Senator Gbenga Daniel highlighted identity management as essential to national progress, noting its pivotal role in policy formulation, public service efficiency, and national security
By Lukman Omikunle
Nigeria Reinforces Commitment to Digital Identity at ID4Africa 2025 in Ethiopia
A distinguished Nigerian delegation is actively participating in the ID4Africa 2025 Conference, currently underway in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from May 20 to 23. The conference is a major continental forum focused on digital identity systems for inclusive development.
Leading the delegation are top officials from Nigeria’s legislative and executive arms, including Senator Otunba Engr. Gbenga Daniel, Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on National Population and Identity; Senator Victor Umeh, Committee Chairman; Hon. Sabi Aliyu Abdullahi, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security; Dr. Nasir Isa Kwarra, Chairman of the National Population Commission; Engr. Bisoye Coker-Odusote, Director-General of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC); and Hon. Jimi Odimayo, Chairman of the House Committee on Population and Identity, among others.
The Nigerian representatives are engaged in high-level sessions and networking events aimed at advancing inclusive digital identity strategies across Africa. Themed around “identity for development,” the conference brings together key stakeholders from governments, private sector entities, and civil society to strengthen digital identity systems and foster robust digital public infrastructure.
Nigeria’s strong representation highlights its dedication to using digital identity tools to enhance governance, social services, population data management, and economic development.
Commenting during the event, Senator Gbenga Daniel highlighted identity management as essential to national progress, noting its pivotal role in policy formulation, public service efficiency, and national security.
The Nigerian delegation’s engagement at ID4Africa 2025 is expected to pave the way for stronger global partnerships and accelerate reforms in the country’s identity and population data frameworks. Read More
