ICT Strengthens Role in Nigeria’s Economy
Nigeria’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector has once again proven to be a key driver of economic growth, contributing 11.18% to real GDP in Q2 2025, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
The sector, which spans Telecommunications and Information Services, Publishing, Motion Picture, Sound Recording, Music Production, and Broadcasting, has become one of the strongest performers in the country’s non-oil economy.
ICT Records Strong Growth in Q2 2025
In real terms, the ICT sector recorded a 6.61% year-on-year growth rate in Q2 2025, a significant improvement compared to 4.38% in Q2 2024.
On a quarter-on-quarter basis, the sector’s growth was even stronger at 9.58%, underscoring its resilience and expansion despite broader economic challenges.
ICT’s Nominal Growth and GDP Contribution
In nominal terms, the ICT sector expanded by 21.39% year-on-year in Q2 2025, more than double the 10.21% growth recorded in the same quarter of 2024.
However, this was 10.25 percentage points slower than the pace of growth seen in the previous quarter.
- Nominal contribution to GDP (Q2 2025): 10.00%
- Nominal contribution to GDP (Q2 2024): 9.82%
- Nominal contribution to GDP (Q1 2025): 10.29%
This indicates that while ICT’s share in GDP remains robust, its quarterly momentum experienced slight moderation.
ICT as a Key Non-Oil Growth Driver
The NBS highlighted that ICT continues to play a pivotal role in driving non-oil GDP expansion, helping to cushion Nigeria’s economy from heavy dependence on crude oil.
With the rise of digital services, telecoms penetration, and media production, the sector is set to remain a cornerstone of Nigeria’s growth strategy, especially as the government pushes forward with its digital economy agenda.
Final Thoughts
The ICT sector’s 11.18% contribution to GDP in Q2 2025 reflects its increasing importance in Nigeria’s economic landscape.
Sustained investment in telecommunications infrastructure, digital services, and local content production could further accelerate growth, positioning ICT as the backbone of Nigeria’s non-oil economy.
