Nigeria’s push toward an innovation-driven economy received a major boost as the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) declared that artificial intelligence has the potential to generate more wealth for the country than traditional resources if properly harnessed.
According to NITDA, strategic investments in digital skills, innovation, AI research, and emerging technologies are essential to positioning Nigeria as a leading digital economy in Africa. The agency emphasized that AI is expected to create new opportunities across agriculture, healthcare, education, financial services, and public administration.
Industry experts believe that accelerating AI adoption could improve productivity, create high-value jobs, and attract foreign investment into Nigeria’s growing technology ecosystem. The development aligns with the Federal Government’s broader vision of building a knowledge-based economy powered by innovation and digital transformation.
