The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has hosted a delegation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, led by representatives of its U.S.-Africa Business Center, to explore opportunities for deeper collaboration in Nigeria’s digital economy.
The meeting brought together representatives from Microsoft, Citi Bank, Cavista Holdings, Flutterwave, Tolaram Group, the American Business Council and the U.S. Embassy. Discussions covered digital transformation, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, data governance, digital sovereignty and investment in Nigeria’s digital infrastructure.
Speaking at the meeting, NITDA Director General Kashifu Inuwa CCIE stressed that Nigeria’s digital policies aim to safeguard national interests while creating an enabling environment for innovation, investment and sustainable economic growth.
Inuwa reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to digital sovereignty, stronger local infrastructure, domestic capacity building, greater resilience and interoperability. He also highlighted the importance of preventing vendor lock-in as Nigeria develops its digital infrastructure.
The Director General underscored the role of public-private collaboration in building Nigeria’s sovereign cloud ecosystem. He explained that clear policy frameworks and data classification could help attract infrastructure investment, expand local opportunities and position Nigeria as a digital hub for West and Central Africa.
Both parties expressed a shared commitment to continued dialogue and closer cooperation towards a secure, competitive and predictable digital regulatory environment. The collaboration aims to support business growth, job creation, skills development and cross-border investment.
