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Regulatory technology transfer

NITDA transfers PKI to NIMC

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Sentiment
30
Attention
2
Articles
6
Market Impact
General
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Market Impact

The transfer is expected to enhance the security of digital transactions and public services in Nigeria, potentially boosting confidence in the country's digital economy. It may also streamline identity verification processes, benefiting sectors like banking and e-governance.

information technology government services
Event Summary

The Nigeria — National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has transferred its Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) framework to the Nigeria — National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) in a move to strengthen Nigeria's digital identity ecosystem. The transfer includes assets, technology, and ongoing operations, and aligns with the newly enacted NIMC Act 2026, signed by President Bola Tinubu. NITDA Director-General Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi and NIMC Director-General Abisoye Coker-Odusote both emphasized the importance of this collaboration for secure digital services and national development.

Key Actions
80 Nigeria — National Information Technology Development Agency transferred PKI framework Nigeria — National Identity Management Commission
70 Bola Tinubu signed NIMC Act
Entities Involved
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Nigeria — National Identity Management Commission
NIMC received the PKI framework, becoming the Root Certification Authority under the new NIMC Act, centralizing digital trust services.
Importance 90.0 Sentiment 40.0
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Nigeria — National Information Technology Development Agency
NITDA transferred its PKI framework to NIMC, fulfilling its role as Nigeria's IT regulator and enabler of technology adoption.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Nigeria
Nigeria's digital identity ecosystem is strengthened, supporting secure online transactions and public services, contributing to economic growth.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi
As NITDA's Director-General, he oversaw the transfer and reaffirmed NITDA's commitment to supporting digital transformation.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Abisoye Coker-Odusote
As NIMC's Director-General, she highlighted the new NIMC Act's role in transitioning to a modern digital identity ecosystem.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Bola Tinubu
President Tinubu signed the NIMC Act 2026 into law, providing the legal foundation for the PKI transfer and digital identity reforms.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment 20.0
Relationships
Nigeria — National Identity Management Commission related ↔ Nigeria
Nigeria — National Identity Management Commission related ↔ Abisoye Coker-Odusote
Nigeria — National Identity Management Commission related ↔ Bola Tinubu
Nigeria — National Information Technology Development Agency related ↔ Nigeria
Nigeria — National Information Technology Development Agency related ↔ Bola Tinubu
Nigeria related ↔ Abisoye Coker-Odusote
Nigeria related ↔ Bola Tinubu
Abisoye Coker-Odusote related ↔ Bola Tinubu
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