In a recent sit-down with Arise News in Lagos, Nigeria, Kamar Oyenuga, CEO of ICIT Solutions, issued a bold wake-up call to Nigeria’s small and medium-sized businesses:
“If our small businesses aren’t leveraging AI and automation, the rest of the world is—and they’ll be eating our lunch.”
It’s not just a soundbite. It’s a truth Nigerian entrepreneurs can no longer afford to ignore.
Artificial Intelligence has evolved from a futuristic buzzword to a present-day business essential, empowering organizations to streamline operations, scale intelligently, and deliver more value at lower costs. Yet, across Nigeria, most MSMEs continue to operate manually.
That’s a digital divide ICIT Solutions is closing.
Why It Matters
Nigeria’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) contribute over 48% to the nation’s GDP. But according to the World Bank, over 90% of them still run without basic digital systems, and one AI.
With countries across Africa and the world embedding intelligent technologies into everything from logistics to healthcare, Nigerian businesses risk becoming obsolete if they don’t evolve.
We’re seeing how AI is helping businesses, no matter their size, do more with less,” says Oyenuga. “From automating customer service to simplifying inventory tracking, we’ve helped teams improve operations for as little as ₦20,000 per month. That’s less than the salary of a single staff member, but with 24/7 performance.”
How ICIT Is Making It Real
- Affordable automation starting at just ₦20,000 monthly—less than the cost of one full-time employee, yet delivering 24/7 performance.
- Tailored solutions that help MSMEs work like global giants—customized implementations of tools like Odoo, Microsoft 365, and Webroot.
- Holistic empowerment, including upskilling programs and proactive engagement with government institutions to deploy AI in public service delivery.
Beyond Business: Smarter Governance with AI
ICIT is not stopping at the private sector. The company is working with public institutions to explore how AI can support efficient, transparent governance. From predictive analytics for planning to reducing bottlenecks in service delivery, Oyenuga says:
“Digital government isn’t just about efficiency. It’s about trust and transparency. AI can help restore that.”
The Real Challenge? It’s Not Money. It’s Mindset.
Oyenuga notes that affordability is no longer the biggest barrier—it’s hesitation.
Many entrepreneurs mistakenly believe digital transformation must be complex or expensive. But transformation often starts small: automating just one task, or digitizing one core process.
Defining Moment for Nigerian Businesses
With AI projected to add over $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030 (PwC), Nigeria must act now to develop AI-literate businesses—or risk falling behind.
“AI is not optional. It’s the next baseline for competitiveness,” Oyenuga emphasizes. “And Nigerian businesses—especially MSMEs—can absolutely rise to meet the moment if we start now.”
What Nigerian Businesses Should Do Now
Think beyond the status quo—AI isn’t just for tech giants.
Start small—identify repetitive tasks that can be automated today.
Partner wisely—choose providers like ICIT who offer real solutions, not hype.
Ready to Explore What’s Possible?
Email us at: info@icitsolutions.com
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