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National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) Hosts National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Delegation for Study Tour

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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) recently welcomed a delegation from the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) for a comprehensive study tour. Led by Brigadier General Abdulrahman Idris, the delegation comprised participants from the esteemed Senior Executive Course 46.

The primary objective of this engagement was to afford the participants a valuable opportunity to engage directly with NITDA, facilitating the gathering of pertinent data. The insights garnered are intended to fuel recommendations and devise robust implementation strategies. These initiatives are strategically aimed at bolstering support for the digital economy and fostering sustainable job creation, in alignment with the agenda set forth by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.

This collaborative effort underscores the significance of harnessing technology and digital innovation as key drivers of economic advancement and the generation of employment opportunities. By synergizing the expertise and resources of NITDA and NIPSS, this partnership strives to pave the way for a more digitally inclusive and economically vibrant future.

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