National Digital Trustmark Nigeria launched to fight online scams, identity theft and fraud, restoring integrity to the country’s digital business ecosystem

National Digital Trustmark Nigeria has been launched by the Federal Government in a strategic move to tackle online fraud, identity theft, and digital impersonation, restoring integrity and global confidence in Nigeria’s digital economy.

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Announced in Abuja by the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Malam Kashifu Inuwa, the initiative is in collaboration with key institutions such as the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).

The National Digital Trustmark will serve as a security seal of authenticity for verified online businesses operating within Nigeria.

According to Inuwa, it aims to curb growing concerns surrounding digital scams, impersonations, and the tarnished perception of Nigerians as online fraudsters.

“It’s deeply saddening that Nigerians are globally stereotyped as scammers, even though in many cases, foreigners are behind these frauds,” he said. “With this Trustmark, we want to protect honest businesses and their customers.”

The Trustmark will be issued by NITDA and displayed on registered businesses’ digital platforms, websites, and official documents.

Though voluntary, registration comes with a fee based on business size and sector.

The certification will be valid for one year and renewable thereafter.

The initiative is also backed by the German International Cooperation Agency (GIZ) and the National Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA).

It is designed to build consumer confidence and position Nigeria as a competitive force in global e-commerce.

Engr Tijani Ibrahim, President of NACCIMA, represented by Mr Suleiman A. Audu, stated that the Trustmark will “usher in a new era of transparency and professionalism in Nigeria’s digital space.”

He added that agencies such as SMEDAN, NAFDAC, and the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) will work alongside NACCIMA to ensure a seamless, bureaucracy-free implementation of the scheme.

The Trustmark is open to both public and private sector businesses operating online, with emphasis on ensuring at least one verifiable office location for registered entities.

Malam Inuwa emphasised that the portal for registration will go live next week, allowing businesses to begin the certification process.

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He reiterated that the Trustmark is not merely a visual symbol but a powerful step toward eliminating digital scams and reshaping Nigeria’s reputation in global online commerce.

National Digital Trustmark boosts Nigeria’s online safety