Under the new framework, international cloud service providers will be required to host certain categories of data within Nigeria. This regulation aims to reduce Nigeria’s reliance on foreign cloud storage, improve national security, and regulatory oversight.
Countries like India and Algeriahave adopted similar measures to protect sensitive data and promote local digital infrastructure.
According to NITDA’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, this policy is part of Nigeria’s broader strategy to position itself as a key player in Africa’s digital economy. By enforcing local data hosting, the government seeks to create a thriving cloud ecosystem that benefits local businesses and consumers.