The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Infrastructure (DPI) Safeguards Framework. The event occurred on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.
The newly launched framework provides a comprehensive set of actionable guidelines to promote the development and implementation of secure, inclusive, and interoperable digital public infrastructure. Designed with the public interest at its core, the DPI framework is expected to be instrumental in shaping digital infrastructures that prioritize safety and inclusivity, ensuring a sustainable digital future for all.
Kashifu Inuwa shared key insights during the event, highlighting Nigeria’s strides toward building a resilient, secure, and interoperable digital infrastructure. He emphasized NITDA’s commitment to harnessing technology for national development and outlined the agency’s efforts in promoting digital inclusion across Nigeria. Inuwa also noted the importance of collaborating with global partners to ensure that digital infrastructure projects in Nigeria align with international standards.
This development underscores Nigeria’s role in the global digital economy and its ongoing commitment to leveraging technology for sustainable development. Under Inuwa’s leadership, NITDA has been instrumental in driving initiatives that boost the country’s digital transformation, including the Digital Nigeria Innovation Challenge and the Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) program.
In his remarks, Inuwa stated, “Nigeria is committed to building a secure and interoperable digital public infrastructure that serves the needs of all citizens, ensuring that no one is left behind in the digital age. The Universal DPI Safeguards Framework is a crucial step toward creating a more inclusive and sustainable digital future.”
The launch of the DPI Safeguards Framework is expected to have far-reaching implications for nations looking to build resilient digital economies. Nigeria’s participation in this initiative highlights the country’s proactive approach to global digital trends and reinforces NITDA’s role as a key player in the international digital ecosystem.
As Nigeria continues to work towards its ambitious digital literacy goals and infrastructure development under NITDA’s leadership, the adoption of the DPI Safeguards Framework signals a new chapter in the country’s digital transformation journey.
