NITDA Advocates for Data Centre Investment in Nigeria

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called for enhanced investment in Nigeria's data centre infrastructure to meet the rising demands of the digital economy. During a panel session titled “Converting Digital Demand into Data Centre Investment” at ITW Data Cloud Africa 2026, NITDA Director-General Kashifu Inuwa highlighted the necessity for clear government policies and regulatory certainty to attract investors.

He stated that such measures would provide the confidence needed for operators to build infrastructure that supports cloud computing and artificial intelligence. Inuwa noted that Nigeria's investment potential is bolstered by its population, localized digital workloads, geographical position, and technology talent.

He also emphasized the importance of cybersecurity in attracting digital investment, mentioning initiatives like the Digital Assurance Framework and the Cybercrime Act. These policies aim to ensure that government IT projects adhere to cybersecurity standards, covering a range of infrastructure from last-mile devices to critical national infrastructure.