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NITDA flags off Digital Nigeria Conference in Abuja
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has flagged off the Digital Nigeria Day Conference and Exhibition 2022 in Abuja.
The Conference and Exhibition which was flagged off on Tuesday will last till Thursday 27th October 2022.
In his remarks at the opening ceremony of the Conference and Exhibition, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof Isa Pantami recounted the unprecedented achievements of his Ministry.
According to Pantami, the digital economy has greatly supported the traditional economy, adding that the contribution of the digital economy to the gross domestic product (GDP) of Nigeria and its role in making the economy resilient to adverse events like the COVID-19 pandemic are two good examples of the impact of the digital economy on the traditional economy.
Meanwhile, the Senate Committee Chairman on ICT and Cybersecurity, Senator Oseni Yakubu said awareness is key to the success of the Nigeria Start-Up Act 2022.
He said, “The Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy should create more awareness of the Startup Act for Nigerian youths to know the benefits and opportunities that abound with it.
“We are going to collaborate with the minister of Communication and Digital Economy to create this awareness and I’ve been doing my little bit to create awareness of the potential of the bills. I trust Nigerian Youths they are very intelligent and talented and I am sure they will key into it. And also contribute their quota to the GDP and placing Nigeria in the ICT world map.”
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In his keynote address, the Gambian Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Ousman Bah, harped on the benefits of Blockchain and the need for African Central Banks to be proactive in their regulatory responsibilities.
In his words, “We can see enormous benefits of blockchain, especially for improving financial inclusion and nurturing the growth of micro and small businesses.
“There are also significant challenges to overcome if we are to realise these benefits. Issues of trust, consumer protection, and systemic network risks that can slow the pace of progress require clear and robust regulations.”
Earlier, the Director General NITDA, Kashifu Abdullahi, said Nigeria is working on how to become a global supplier of tech talents.
In his words, “We have several initiatives to position Nigeria to become the global talent supplier. Nigeria has the capacity to fill up the global talent gap. We are exploring how to use technology to create and capture values.
“Digital transformation is not about the technology, it is all about designing people technology to deliver things the way you want it and how you want it.”
Speaking on behalf of all Chief Executives within the Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Muhammed Abubakar, Managing Director/CEO Galaxy Backbone (GBB), stated that GBB is in charge of setting up digital infrastructures for both public and private organizations.
The highlight of the event was the unveiling of a book titled, ‘Isa Ali Pantami: Advancing Nigeria’s Drive Towards a Digital Economy’, as repository of knowledge in Nigeria tech industry.
