The Federal Government has warned that gaps in Nigeria’s digital infrastructure could slow economic growth, increase business costs and exclude millions of citizens and enterprises from accessing digital services.
Abisoye Coker-Odusote, director-general of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), said the absence of a robust DPI framework could limit access to essential services, increase business costs and expose the country to growing cybersecurity risks.
She spoke on Wednesday in Abuja at the 2026 ITGOV summit organised by Tranter IT in partnership with ManageEngine, with the theme: “Building Nigeria’s Digital Public Infrastructure for Economic Growth, Security and Government Efficiency.”
According to Coker-Odusote, DPI has become a critical foundation for modern economies, with trusted digital identity systems serving as a key enabler for secure transactions, efficient governance and financial inclusion.
“Without a professional DPI, governments will continue to struggle to deliver services effectively, financial institutions will face heightened risks, businesses will suffer unnecessary costs and marginalised businesses may be excluded from the global economy,” she said.
