NITDA DG Advocates Human-Centered, Secure AI at GITEX Africa 2025
Speaking during the “Harnessing AI for Strategic Leadership” session, Inuwa emphasised the importance of integrating both human and technological elements to deliver impactful business value and drive a unified strategic vision.
Kashifu Inuwa , Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA ), joined global industry leaders on the main stage at GITEX Africa 2025 to explore how data-driven and intelligence-led strategies can transform business models, optimise resources, and unlock new opportunities through AI-powered processes.
Speaking during the “Harnessing AI for Strategic Leadership” session, Inuwa emphasised the importance of integrating both human and technological elements to deliver impactful business value and drive a unified strategic vision.
He further underscored the need to prioritise privacy and security as foundational guardrails for innovation. According to him, these elements are essential for unlocking deeper insights, ensuring efficiency, and guaranteeing that AI systems remain ethical, responsible, and aligned with human-centered values.
