Innovation, Collaboration, and Policy: The Long-Term Impact of the Nigeria Startup Act with Oswald Guobadia

Episode 106 with Oswald Osaretin Guobadia, who is the former Senior Special Assistant on Digital Transformation to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, spearheaded the creation and execution of the Nigeria Startup Act (NSA) program.

The Nigeria Startup Act project is a joint initiative by Nigeria’s tech startup ecosystem and the Presidency to harness the potential of Nigeria's digital economy through co-created regulations. The Act is aimed at ensuring that Nigeria's laws and regulations are clear, planned, and work for the tech ecosystem by creating an enabling  environment.

The Act was signed into law by H.E. President Muhammadu Buhari on the 19th of October, 2022. Over 30 leaders in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem contributed to its drafting between June and September 2021, but what impact has it had on Nigeria's tech ecosystem so far?

What We Discuss With Oswald Guobadia

• Could you elaborate on the Nigeria Startup Act (NSA) program's objectives and its impact on Nigeria's tech ecosystem and digital economy?
• What were the key challenges you faced during the execution of the  Nigeria Startup Act?
• What strategies did you use to bring together diverse stakeholders and ensure their active involvement in the NSA program?
• What positive legacy do you believe the Nigeria Startup Act (NSA) program has left in areas such as technology and human capital?
• What advice would you give to other countries or regions aspiring to create similar programs to boost their tech ecosystems? 

Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notes

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