The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SecDojo, a France-based cybersecurity training and upskilling company, the agreement is to build cybersecurity resilience in Nigeria, and establish a Cybersecurity Academy.
This agreement was finalized on the sidelines of GITEX Africa 2025 in Marrakech, Morocco.
According to the agency, the focus of the MoU is to strengthen national resilience against cyber threats through targeted capacity building initiatives.
This strategic collaboration is designed to drive a multi-faceted approach to cybersecurity awareness, with emphasis on developing comprehensive skill-building frameworks, promoting cyber hygiene, and expanding access to digital tools and infrastructure nationwide which aligns with the redefined priority areas of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to strengthen national security for peace and prosperity.
The partnership will also facilitate training programmes, workshops, and certifications aimed at equipping both public and private sector stakeholders with the necessary skills to detect, prevent, and respond to cyber threats effectively.
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SecDojo, a France-based cybersecurity training and upskilling company, the agreement is to build cybersecurity resilience in Nigeria, and establish a Cybersecurity Academy.
This agreement was finalized on the sidelines of GITEX Africa 2025 in Marrakech, Morocco.
According to the agency, the focus of the MoU is to strengthen national resilience against cyber threats through targeted capacity building initiatives.
This strategic collaboration is designed to drive a multi-faceted approach to cybersecurity awareness, with emphasis on developing comprehensive skill-building frameworks, promoting cyber hygiene, and expanding access to digital tools and infrastructure nationwide which aligns with the redefined priority areas of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to strengthen national security for peace and prosperity.
The partnership will also facilitate training programmes, workshops, and certifications aimed at equipping both public and private sector stakeholders with the necessary skills to detect, prevent, and respond to cyber threats effectively.
The United States and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to collaboration in the energy sector, focusing on energy security and sustainable development.
Mr. Olufemi Soneye, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) disclosed on Tuesday in a post on his official page following a meeting between NNPCL officials and the US Secretary of Energy, Mr. Chris Wright.
According to him, the partnership aims to provide more Nigerian homes, businesses, and institutions with sustainable access to electricity, driving economic growth and development.
Persecondnews recalls that in October, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Mr. Ekperikpe Ekpo, said the US-Nigeria clean energy partnership will optimize mutual opportunities for both nations and investors in the sector.
Ekpo at the two-day US-Nigeria Strategic Energy Security Dialogue in Washington DC, highlighted Nigeria’s commitment to leveraging its vast gas resources for economic growth and energy transition through the decade of gas initiative.
Under the initiative, the US will provide technical assistance to support Nigeria’s efforts in reducing methane emissions from the oil and gas sector and also underscores the commitment of both countries to address climate change and promote sustainable energy practices.
Nigeria and US launched the Clean Energy Alliance of Nigeria (CLEAN) to promote clean energy investment in Nigeria. This initiative will help drive the adoption of clean energy technologies and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
The US has committed over $1.3 million for clean energy technical support to Nigerian partners. This funding will enable Nigerian institutions to develop the skills and expertise needed to drive the transition to clean energy.
The partnership between the US and Nigeria highlights the strong ties between the two countries, built on previous agreements and initiatives.
Nigeria has one of the fastest-growing entertainment and media (E&M) sectors globally, with Nollywood and the music industry leading. It has a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6% and it’s expected to grow with the various forms of technology boosting its accessibility.
The entertainment industry in Nigeria has embraced digital technologies similar to other businesses, and they enjoy the convenience that comes with it. An example of an industry fully embracing digitisation is online gaming platforms such as live88.io.
Additionally, the Copyright Act of 2022 aims to protect all digital works. It tackles piracy and ensures the work aligns with global best practices. Nollywood also ranks as the second most productive in the world, with an estimated 2,500 movies released every year.
The music sector is also diverse and represented internationally by artists such as Davido and Wizkid through addictive sounds known as afrobeats, hip-hop and afro-fusion.
Price Waterhouse Coopers (PwC) estimates that the Nigerian E&M industry will generate around 12.1 billion Euros in revenue by the end of 2025. Already by 2023, the entertainment industry had contributed around 96 million euros to Nigeria’s GDP.
Possible Directions in 2025
The Nigerian entertainment industry has witnessed exponential growth in the last decade. Here are some factors that are likely to contribute to and continue the growth in investment in 2025 and beyond.
1. Better Mobile Services In Africa, entertainment and media are driven by mobile services due to the low penetration of broadband. To sustain connectivity, there must be an expansion of 4G and 5G networks.
It’s expected that by 2026, 4G will overtake the 3G network in Nigeria. Social video is the main growth driver in the video sector through platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
In Nigeria gaming is also taking a significant portion of data. Online gaming has grown over the years as we see some of the finest gaming platforms using the most sophisticated online blackjack software. The shift towards mobile and digital platforms has been widely embraced in Africa.
2. Growth in Binge-Worthy Entertainment There has been a rise in the popularity of platforms such as YouTube with some series and movies. Platforms such as YouTube offer viewers some free web-based content, and there’s likely to be more fresh content coming from these platforms with short films and series for people to enjoy.
These platforms are likely to become more popular as they allow new content creators to bypass the traditional systems by connecting with viewers directly.
In 2025, binge-worthy entertainment will continue to grow as people enjoy the diversity these platforms provide. Creators also no longer have to worry about finding their next big break as they focus on creating global followers to monetize their work.
3. More Diverse Afrobeats Afrobeats are Nigeria’s signature in the music industry. In 2024, they were a great cultural export for artists such as Burna Boy and Tems as they collaborated with some of Hollywood’s best.
In 2025, there’s likely to be more diversification, and the influence of this music will expand. New genres are also likely to be born as more artists around the world infuse Nigerian sounds into their music.
These collaborations will give rise to creative freedom, meaning more flexible contracts will be needed to ensure record labels stay in business.
4. Global Collides with Local Local has become the new global as we see some Nigerian films trending globally and also on platforms such as Netflix. People are likely to enjoy more films that are rooted in Nigerian culture as they learn all about it. More platforms, such as Showmax, are likely to invest in localised Nigerian stories to share with the rest of the world.
Platforms are likely to invest as they enjoy the authenticity of the productions depicting Nigerian culture. They’re likely to be producers negotiating terms that maximise royalties for creators. Creators will also work with international consultants to refine their storytelling for a more global appeal.
5. The Combo: Entertainment and Web3 In 2024, blockchain technology and NFTs gained popularity, and there’s likely to be a much wider adoption of these two. These systems can be used to ticket concerts or even create exclusive content. Web3 can empower entertainers to bypass traditional Gatekeepers to connect directly with their fans.
Since the legal framework of these is still unclear as the technologies evolve, lawyers will be tasked with drafting agreements that can cover any revenue streams generated.
6. An Evolution in the Influencer Brands will prefer to work with creators with values that align with their companies. This means that the brand should focus on quality rather than quantity to avoid cases of public backlash.
Such partnerships will be approached with caution by most investors to ensure all ethical guidelines are followed. This means they will focus on ensuring that these campaigns enhance both the brand and the influencer.
7. Bigger and Better Live Experiences Live concerts are likely to be bigger, more tech driven and highly massive. These concepts are likely to use technologies such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) to create real-time audience participation.
Some of the biggest artists are likely to be sold out in seconds, considering that people can use technology to purchase their tickets. On the other hand, platforms such as Spotify have had high numbers of people streaming and it’s reported the highest record being Nigerian artists.
8. A Growth in Internet Advertising Advertising is an essential element for any industry. Internet advertising has become exceptionally popular in Nigeria due to the increased internet accessibility and digital platform adoption. This trend is also likely to grow within the entertainment industry.
Internet advertising is likely to lead, with ad spend that’s already accounting for 68% of total revenue.
FAQs
What is the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of the entertainment industry?
Currently, as of 2025, the CAGR of the Nigerian entertainment industry is 8.6%.
What is the estimated amount to be generated by the entertainment industry by 2026?
The entertainment industry is expected to generate around 12.1 billion euros by 2026.
What has driven the growth of the entertainment industry in Nigeria?
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to suspend his France trip and urgently return to Nigeria to address the deteriorating security situation, particularly in Plateau and Benue states.
In a post shared via his official X handle on Wednesday, the 63-year-old criticised the President’s absence amid worsening violence and insecurity across the country.
“Mr President, domestic problems beckon,” Obi wrote. “I am compelled at this time in our lives as a nation to call on our retreating President’s attention to the security challenges at home, which entail that he immediately suspend his ongoing retreat in a foreign land and come home to address the overwhelming security situation across the country.”
The former Anambra State governor lamented that over 150 Nigerians have been killed in the past two weeks, citing renewed attacks in Plateau and Zamfara States, while pipeline explosions in the Niger Delta further highlighted the country’s dire state.
“In the two weeks you have been away, over 150 Nigerians have lost their lives to insecurity across Nigeria, especially in Plateau and Zamfara states,” he said.
“The primary duty of any government is securing the lives and property of its citizens, and one wonders the type of retreat going on in another country where peace has been secured by their leaders, while blood continues to flow in our country.”
Obi described the nation as being in distress and likened the President to a retreating CEO far from the headquarters of his failing company. He urged the President to take swift and decisive action.
“Amid all these, the CEO of the troubled company called Nigeria, is retreating in a faraway land in France, detached from the company’s headquarters.
“I therefore urge Mr President to quickly suspend whatever he is doing in France and rush home to take responsibility by addressing these disturbing issues. That is the new Nigeria the nation seeks,” he noted.
Peter Obi in Plateau
Obi had earlier visited victims and families affected by recent attacks in the Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. He condemned the violence, describing the killings as “senseless” and unacceptable in a nation not officially at war.
In a Monday statement signed by his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu expressed deep sorrow over the recent bloodshed in Plateau State, where over 40 people were killed.
The President urged Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, to summon the political will to restore peace and order.
He called for unity among religious and ethnic communities and appealed to leaders to work together to end the cycle of violence.
“Love and unity must transcend ethnic and religious divides,” Tinubu said, as he encouraged collaboration among community, spiritual, and political leaders.
Plateau Governor’s Apology
On Tuesday, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, visited the Zikke community in Bassa Local Government Area, where 51 people were killed in a brutal attack on Monday.
Speaking at the palace of the Paramount Ruler in Miango, the governor apologised to residents for the government’s inability to protect them.
“I have been crying since yesterday because I had trusted God that all the arrangements were put in place, that this would not happen again,” Mutfwang said. “But like all human arrangements, sometimes they fail. I want to admit that on Sunday night into Monday morning, we failed you. Please, forgive me.”
Mutfwang, accompanied by security chiefs and members of the State Executive Council, also visited bereaved families. The victims have since been buried, while the community continues to demand concrete government action.
IGP Kayode Egbetokun (third from right) with Governor Caleb Mutfwang (middle) in Plateau State on April 15, 2025
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, visited Plateau State on Tuesday in the aftermath of the killings. He condemned the attacks and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
“These heinous killings of innocent citizens cannot go unanswered. We will deploy all available resources to restore peace and hold those responsible accountable,” the IGP said.
READ ALSO: IGP Visits Plateau, Vows To Bring Perpetrators To Book
Mounting Casualties, Deepening Crisis
Shortly after the Plateau Governor lamented the crisis in Plateau, suspected herdsmen launched a fresh attack on Otobi community in the Akpa district of Otukpo Local Government Area in Benue State, killing seven people and injuring several others. Numerous homes were also set ablaze.
Channels Television reports that a resident, Edwin Emma, raised the alarm: “We are being attacked by herdsmen in Otobi. My wife and children are fleeing the community as I speak. Please call for help.”
This marks the second attack in April on the Otobi community, which hosts the Federal Ministry of Water Resources Multipurpose Water Dam.
Some of the burnt houses in the fresh Benue attack on April 15, 2025
The crisis in both Plateau and Benue states has continued to escalate. In December 2023 alone, coordinated attacks in Bokkos and Barkin Ladi LGAs claimed around 200 lives, while over 500 people were injured.
In Benue, more than 79 people were killed in herdsmen-related violence between May and December 2024. In August 2024, suspected bandits killed 30 people in Ayati village, and 20 medical students were kidnapped—later released—while travelling through the state.
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to suspend his France trip and urgently return to Nigeria to address the deteriorating security situation, particularly in Plateau and Benue states.
In a post shared via his official X handle on Wednesday, the 63-year-old criticised the President’s absence amid worsening violence and insecurity across the country.
“Mr President, domestic problems beckon,” Obi wrote. “I am compelled at this time in our lives as a nation to call on our retreating President’s attention to the security challenges at home, which entail that he immediately suspend his ongoing retreat in a foreign land and come home to address the overwhelming security situation across the country.”
The former Anambra State governor lamented that over 150 Nigerians have been killed in the past two weeks, citing renewed attacks in Plateau and Zamfara States, while pipeline explosions in the Niger Delta further highlighted the country’s dire state.
“In the two weeks you have been away, over 150 Nigerians have lost their lives to insecurity across Nigeria, especially in Plateau and Zamfara states,” he said.
“The primary duty of any government is securing the lives and property of its citizens, and one wonders the type of retreat going on in another country where peace has been secured by their leaders, while blood continues to flow in our country.”
Obi described the nation as being in distress and likened the President to a retreating CEO far from the headquarters of his failing company. He urged the President to take swift and decisive action.
“Amid all these, the CEO of the troubled company called Nigeria, is retreating in a faraway land in France, detached from the company’s headquarters.
“I therefore urge Mr President to quickly suspend whatever he is doing in France and rush home to take responsibility by addressing these disturbing issues. That is the new Nigeria the nation seeks,” he noted.
Peter Obi in Plateau
Obi had earlier visited victims and families affected by recent attacks in the Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. He condemned the violence, describing the killings as “senseless” and unacceptable in a nation not officially at war.
In a Monday statement signed by his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu expressed deep sorrow over the recent bloodshed in Plateau State, where over 40 people were killed.
The President urged Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, to summon the political will to restore peace and order.
He called for unity among religious and ethnic communities and appealed to leaders to work together to end the cycle of violence.
“Love and unity must transcend ethnic and religious divides,” Tinubu said, as he encouraged collaboration among community, spiritual, and political leaders.
Plateau Governor’s Apology
On Tuesday, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, visited the Zikke community in Bassa Local Government Area, where 51 people were killed in a brutal attack on Monday.
Speaking at the palace of the Paramount Ruler in Miango, the governor apologised to residents for the government’s inability to protect them.
“I have been crying since yesterday because I had trusted God that all the arrangements were put in place, that this would not happen again,” Mutfwang said. “But like all human arrangements, sometimes they fail. I want to admit that on Sunday night into Monday morning, we failed you. Please, forgive me.”
Mutfwang, accompanied by security chiefs and members of the State Executive Council, also visited bereaved families. The victims have since been buried, while the community continues to demand concrete government action.
IGP Kayode Egbetokun (third from right) with Governor Caleb Mutfwang (middle) in Plateau State on April 15, 2025
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, visited Plateau State on Tuesday in the aftermath of the killings. He condemned the attacks and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
“These heinous killings of innocent citizens cannot go unanswered. We will deploy all available resources to restore peace and hold those responsible accountable,” the IGP said.
READ ALSO: IGP Visits Plateau, Vows To Bring Perpetrators To Book
Mounting Casualties, Deepening Crisis
Shortly after the Plateau Governor lamented the crisis in Plateau, suspected herdsmen launched a fresh attack on Otobi community in the Akpa district of Otukpo Local Government Area in Benue State, killing seven people and injuring several others. Numerous homes were also set ablaze.
Channels Television reports that a resident, Edwin Emma, raised the alarm: “We are being attacked by herdsmen in Otobi. My wife and children are fleeing the community as I speak. Please call for help.”
This marks the second attack in April on the Otobi community, which hosts the Federal Ministry of Water Resources Multipurpose Water Dam.
Some of the burnt houses in the fresh Benue attack on April 15, 2025
The crisis in both Plateau and Benue states has continued to escalate. In December 2023 alone, coordinated attacks in Bokkos and Barkin Ladi LGAs claimed around 200 lives, while over 500 people were injured.
In Benue, more than 79 people were killed in herdsmen-related violence between May and December 2024. In August 2024, suspected bandits killed 30 people in Ayati village, and 20 medical students were kidnapped—later released—while travelling through the state.
