By Juliet Umeh
Nigeria’s digital economy is projected to contribute as much as 21 percent of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product, GDP, by 2030, following the passage of the National Digital and E-Governance Bill.
This was disclosed by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, during the Nationwide Engagement on the Bill in Abuja.
The Minister, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Rafiu Adeladan, said the legislation represents a decisive step toward building a resilient and inclusive digital economy.
Tijani stated: “Today marks a defining moment in our collective efforts to shape a resilient, inclusive, and future-proof digital economy for Nigeria. The Bill provides us with a framework to strengthen governance, expand digital trade, and secure transactions.”
Current impact, future potential
According to him, the digital economy already contributes between 16 and 18 percent to Nigeria’s GDP. In the first quarter of 2025 alone, it added N7 trillion to real GDP, representing 14.19 percent of the total economy.
The Minister emphasized that the new Bill would consolidate these gains by creating a strong legal and regulatory foundation for digital governance, ensuring improved service delivery and boosting public trust in Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.
A pathway to inclusive growth
Tijani added that the strategy aligns with the government’s ambition to make Nigeria a leader in Africa’s digital transformation. He noted that robust legislation and investment in digital infrastructure will unlock opportunities across innovation, fintech, e-commerce, and secure online services.
He affirmed: “These figures demonstrate both the current impact and the vast potential of a unified, digitally empowered economy driven by innovation and strong policy support.”
