…deepens partnership with NIMC on digital identity
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has handed over its Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) framework to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) in a major step toward strengthening Nigeria’s digital identity system.
In a statement, NITDA said the transfer of assets, technology and ongoing operations is aimed at providing the secure digital foundation required to build an integrated and trusted national digital identity ecosystem.
Speaking during the formal handover ceremony at NITDA headquarters, the agency’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, described the move as a demonstration of NITDA’s commitment to collaborating with institutions using technology to drive national development.
Inuwa said NITDA had undertaken extensive foundational work on Public Key Infrastructure and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), adding that the agency would work closely with NIMC to ensure a smooth transition of the infrastructure.
He reaffirmed NITDA’s commitment to promoting technology adoption across the country, stressing that the agency’s mandate goes beyond regulation to supporting innovation, collaboration and inclusive digital transformation.
According to him, Digital Public Infrastructure is as critical to economic growth as physical infrastructure and must remain secure, reliable and accessible to support Nigeria’s digital economy.
NIMC Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Engr. (Dr) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, commended NITDA for the handover and described the development as a significant milestone in the country’s digital identity journey.
Coker-Odusote said the recently enacted NIMC Act replaces the 2007 legal framework and provides the foundation for transitioning from a traditional identity database to a modern, secure and comprehensive digital identity ecosystem.
