National Information Technology Development Agency
Nigeria's federal agency for information-technology policy, standards and digital-economy regulation.
Since its establishment in April 2001, the National Information Technology Development Agency has set Nigeria’s federal framework for information-technology policy, standards and digital-economy regulation.
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Background
The National Information Technology Development Agency is Nigeria’s federal body for information-technology policy, standards and digital-economy regulation. It sets frameworks for planning, research, development, standardisation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation across public and private-sector IT activity.
Established in April 2001, the agency operates under the National Information Technology Development Act 2007. Its remit covers IT practices, activities and systems nationwide.
From its Abuja headquarters and zonal offices in Lagos, Kano, Port Harcourt and Gombe, NITDA supports digital literacy, cybersecurity, digital trust and innovation. Its role makes it a standing part of Nigeria’s digital-governance system.
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