The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced plans to launch the Nigerian Digital Trustmark Seal to enhancing trust, transparency, and confidence in Nigeria’s online ecosystem.
The announcement was made during a press conference organised by NITDA in commemoration of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which brought together representatives of the National Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), members of the media, and other key stakeholders in the digital economy.
Speaking at the event, Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, said the initiative is part of the Federal Government’s strategy to safeguard the nation’s digital infrastructure and promote a secure, trustworthy digital economy.
According to him, the Digital Trustmark Seal was co-created by NITDA, NACCIMA, and GIZ to verify the authenticity of online businesses, platforms, and organisations, thereby protecting consumers from fraudulent or cloned websites.
Inuwa further emphasised that public-private collaboration remains central to the initiative’s success.
“The private sector drives adoption because it enhances reputation and customer confidence,” he said. “For citizens, it means peace of mind — knowing their online interactions are secure and legitimate.”
The NITDA DG also called on the media to play an active role in promoting digital trust and reshaping Nigeria’s image globally.
Representing NACCIMA, Mr. Suleiman Adebayo Audu commended NITDA and GIZ for what he described as a “timely and impactful initiative” that will strengthen business confidence and global competitiveness.
“Many genuine Nigerian businesses lose customers due to trust issues,” he said. “This seal will help restore credibility and make our SMEs more competitive internationally.”
In his overview, Dr. Mohammed Lawan, Director of NITDA’s Cybersecurity Department, described the initiative as a “significant milestone” in Nigeria’s quest to build a robust digital trust infrastructure.
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