Nigeria aims to digitize 75% of government services by 2027.
To accelerate digital transformation, the Nigerian government is establishing international partnerships, including collaboration with Ukraine.
They seek to move beyond previous e-governance initiatives that struggled with infrastructure deficiencies and connectivity issues.
The new system aims to create a user-friendly, unified online portal that will allow citizens to access a wide range of public services, from driver’s license and passport renewals to tax payments and healthcare services.
This approach is expected to make public services more integrated and efficient.
In the past, Nigeria faced difficulties in advancing e-governance due to inadequate funding, a lack of legal frameworks, and low levels of ICT literacy.
To overcome these challenges, the Nigerian government places significant emphasis on international cooperation.
In a recent meeting with the Ukrainian Embassy delegation, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) discussed potential partnerships to strengthen Nigeria’s digital transformation efforts.
Such collaborations are expected to bring global expertise and innovative solutions to enhance the country’s e-governance infrastructure.
Nigeria also prioritizes data localization by mandating that sensitive data be stored within the country’s borders.
This policy is designed to encourage cloud service providers to establish local operations, thereby boosting the nation’s digital economy.
For successful digital development, the country must focus on infrastructure growth, legal and regulatory frameworks, capacity building, and strengthening international partnerships.
By integrating these elements, Nigeria can achieve its 2027 digital transformation goals.