Nigerian Youth Must Lead Global Tech Space, Says NITDA DG
Ahmad Sorondinki in Kano. The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Abdullahi, has said Nigerian youths must take the lead in the global technology space, stressing
Kashifu Abdullahi, the Director-General of Nigeria's National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has emphasized the critical role Nigerian youths must play in the global technology sector. Speaking at the Global Tech Africa (GTA) Conference 2026 in Kano, Abdullahi highlighted the agency's efforts to foster technology-led industrialization, expand market access, and enhance regional trade across Africa.
He stressed that NITDA is dedicated to empowering Nigerian tech and innovation as a key driver of national prosperity and job creation. "Our goal is to enable Nigerian youths to lead in the global technology space, recognizing that prosperity cannot be built in isolation. We need to cultivate stakeholders through productive investment in people, which is why we support platforms like this conference," he remarked.
Abdullahi outlined the importance of investing in human capital, particularly through education and mentorship, to cultivate young innovators who can develop and scale solutions. He called for increased collaboration among government, private sector entities, and the innovation community to place Nigeria competitively within the global digital economy.
The event, themed "Connecting Africa, Accelerating Growth" and focusing on industrialization, market access, and the Sahel Gateway, was organized by Futuremap Foundation, NITDA, MTN Nigeria, and Qorebox Solutions, with additional support from numerous technology and development organizations. Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, represented by the Kano State Information Technology Development Agency's Director-General, Dr. Bashir Muzakkari, welcomed attendees and assured them that the state government would contribute to fostering new innovations and technologies for its citizens, especially the youth.
He assured that the event would provide a platform for participants to engage with the global tech ecosystem and develop ideas and opportunities that would benefit all. "As a state government, we have significantly invested in developing our people's capacity and embracing new technologies, opening a new era of technological advancement," he stated.
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