Nigeria's digital economy projected to grow 20% by 2026

New report shows Nigeria's digital sector is set for explosive growth, creating millions of new opportunities.

Sep 28, 2025 - 12:44
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Nigeria's digital economy projected to grow 20% by 2026

Nigeria's Digital Revolution Accelerates

A comprehensive new study by the Nigerian Digital Economy Commission reveals that the country's digital economy is on track to grow by 20% annually through 2026, significantly outpacing traditional economic sectors.

Key Growth Areas:

  • Fintech - Mobile payments and digital banking solutions
  • E-commerce - Online retail and marketplace platforms
  • EdTech - Digital learning and educational technology
  • HealthTech - Telemedicine and digital health solutions
  • AgriTech - Technology solutions for agriculture

The report highlights several factors driving this growth:

  • Increased smartphone penetration across the country
  • Improved internet infrastructure and connectivity
  • Government support for digital initiatives
  • Growing investor confidence in Nigerian tech startups

This growth is expected to create over 2 million new jobs in the digital sector and contribute significantly to Nigeria's GDP growth over the next three years.

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