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NITDA Partners with Japan International Cooperation Agency to Advance Digital Empowerment for Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs

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In a move to strengthen international collaboration and drive inclusive digital development, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) hosted representatives from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) on a courtesy visit to its corporate headquarters. The visit was led by Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director General of NITDA, and marked a significant milestone in fostering partnerships aimed at addressing gender disparities in the digital economy.

The primary focus of the meeting was to explore areas of mutual collaboration and introduce an innovative initiative targeting Nigerian women entrepreneurs. The program is designed to provide participants with advanced training, critical knowledge, and practical skills needed to excel in the digital and entrepreneurial sectors. Beyond skills development, the initiative seeks to offer resources and mentorship opportunities to empower women to overcome gender barriers and create a thriving ecosystem for female-led businesses.

This strategic effort aligns with NITDA’s National Digital Gender Inclusion Strategy, a framework aimed at achieving gender parity in Nigeria’s digital landscape. Additionally, it ties into the agency’s broader Digital4All (DL4ALL) initiative, which emphasizes inclusivity, capacity building, and mutual learning.

Speaking on the initiative, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi highlighted the importance of such partnerships in building a resilient and equitable digital economy. “Empowering women entrepreneurs is not just about addressing gender inequality; it is about unlocking economic potential and fostering sustainable development. Collaborations like this pave the way for innovation and progress,” he said.

JICA representatives expressed their enthusiasm for the partnership, emphasizing their commitment to leveraging technology and education as tools for social and economic transformation. The initiative is expected to set a benchmark for international cooperation in driving gender equality and innovation in the digital age.

As Nigeria continues to position itself as a hub for technology and innovation, the collaboration between NITDA and JICA demonstrates a shared vision of using digital transformation as a lever for inclusive growth and sustainable development.

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