Tech leaders to converge for digital economy drive

Technology leaders are set to converge for the inaugural edition of GITEX NIGERIA billed to hold at the Federal Capital Tertiary, F.C.T and Lagos from 1-4 September 2025. The programme is supported by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). According to a […]

Technology leaders are set to converge for the inaugural edition of GITEX NIGERIA billed to hold at the Federal Capital Tertiary, F.C.T and Lagos from 1-4 September 2025.

The programme is supported by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).

According to a statement, the opening program will witness a high-level Government Leadership & AI Summit in Abuja to explore how to drive the growth of digital infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and innovation.

It added that the programme will move to Lagos from 3-4 September.

The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani emphasised the need to drive the country’s technological advancement.

“Building and deploying AI infrastructure and solutions for Nigeria and Africa is not only a technological advancement, but also a chance to redefine our place in the global digital economy.

“Our success in delivering on this will ensure that we evolve from being passive consumers of AI to becoming net producers of talent and solutions that can compete and thrive internationally.

“As the global tech community turns its attention to Nigeria at GITEX NIGERIA, we must seize this opportunity to demonstrate what is possible in our tech ecosystem, showcase the depth of our innovation and the boldness of our ideas,” he said.

The governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu underscored the importance of the program to state’s efforts in driving technology.

The Director General/CEO, National Information Technology Development Agency, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, described the program as a cornerstone for Africa’s digital renaissance and a catalyst for developing world-class Al infrastructure which promotes scalability, sovereignty and global competitiveness.