NITDA Reassures Commitment To Support Women In Tech

Mariam Sanni 

National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting women in technology as part of Nigeria’s broader digital transformation agenda.

The agency made this known following the presentation of three Nigerian women entrepreneurs on innovative technology solutions at the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development, TICAD 9, in Japan.

The event, themed “Co-Create Innovative Solutions with Africa”, brought together global leaders, investors, and development partners to explore new strategies for Africa’s growth.

The programme aims to address challenges faced by women in the tech industry, including limited access to funding and mentorship.

Three Nigerian women entrepreneurs presented groundbreaking technological solutions at International Conference, an event which served as a platform for African innovators to engage with Japanese investors and global development partners.

The entrepreneurs were finalists from the IgniteHer Bootcamp for Women Entrepreneurs, a joint initiative by Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency ,NITDA, and the Japan International Cooperation Agency ,JICA.

Kemisola Bolarinwa, founder of Nextwear Technologies, presented an artificial intelligence-powered device designed for the early detection of breast abnormalities. The wearable technology targets public health challenges through accessible innovation.

Anita Ngeri, founder of Nibi’s Tech, pitched her education-focused startup that delivers digital skills training to students in the Niger Delta region. The company collaborates with schools to teach coding, robotics, artificial intelligence, and web design, with the goal of closing the digital divide and preparing youth for future tech careers.

Odion Ikyo, co-founder of PrimeSafePath Solutions, introduced MaternalRecord Pro, Nigeria’s first AI-powered, multi-tenant data automation platform for Primary Healthcare Centres.

The system replaces paper-based records with real-time data capture and risk detection, aiming to reduce maternal mortality rates nationwide.

According to NITDA, the participation of these innovators reflects Nigeria’s growing tech ecosystem and the increasing role of women-led startups in shaping Africa’s development trajectory.

Their presence aligns with Project NINJA, JICA’s initiative to strengthen startup ecosystems and promote investment partnerships between African and Japanese stakeholders.

NITDA emphasised that empowering women in tech is both a matter of equity and a strategic priority for inclusive economic growth.