The Enugu State Government, in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI), says it remains committed to developing youth talent in innovative technology and tech start-ups—geared toward solving social, security, and economic challenges in society.
This was the focus of the GITEX Nigeria 2025 Roadshow, held in Enugu.
Innovative technology has become a critical tool in addressing economic and social challenges, boosting efficiency, unlocking new opportunities, and raising living standards across board.
With the right digital infrastructure and support, technology can help tackle poverty, bridge inequality, and expand access to education and healthcare
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A recent report by the James Madison Institute reveals that the tech sector contributes nearly $2 trillion to the U.S. economy, representing about 10% of its GDP.
At the South-East Tech-Innovation Group Pitching Competition, startups across the five southeastern states showcased bold, tech-driven solutions to local and national challenges.
Organisers say GITEX Nigeria provides a platform for young innovators and startups to display cutting-edge solutions and ideas, while connecting them to investors and policymakers.
The South-East Innovation Technology Roadshow featured 18 promising startups, with a select few advancing to represent the region at the grand finale in Lagos.
