Zita Agwunobi calls for concerted efforts on digital identity security

As Nigeria is passing through serious security challenges at the moment, a security expert, Mrs. Zita Agwunobi has called for concerted efforts on security.

Zita Agwunobi, a seasoned Technology Lawyer with over 17 years of diverse legal experience, said in an interview that she came up Iverify.ng, a groundbreaking digital identity onboarding platform, to deal with security issue digitally.

Drawing from her vast knowledge and professional legal experiences journaled over a decade, Zita stated that there is urgent need to address identity mix, fraud, document forgery, onboarding crisis, adding that there is lack of access to comprehensive data to mitigate trust gap within the corporate sector.

“Launched in 2019, Iverify. ng has since evolved into a transformative tool for individuals, families and businesses seeking to enhance their security and streamline identity-related processes,” she said.

The entrepreneur revealed that based on her conviction and determination, the platform has earned recognition and accolades within a short span.

As a woman flourishing in a male-dominated industry, Zita said that she embraced her femininity as a strength, shattering gender stereotypes along the way.

She revealed that her unwavering belief in the solution she created and her commitment to its purpose drive her and the team at the platform to show up daily and make a difference.

According to her, “under my leadership, the platform has achieved remarkable milestones, including receiving the prestigious Hiil Justice Accelerator grant, being recognized at the WIA54 Digital and Technology Revelation winner for Women in Africa, and winning the Standard Chartered/Enterprise Development Centre Women in Technology Incubation program and the Google for Startup Africa Accelerator program.

“The impact of Iverify.ng has been felt not only within the industry but also by notable players in the tech ecosystem.

“As an “Accelerator Mentor, Google for Startups Africa,” I have played a pivotal role in empowering other startups, offering guidance, and sharing her invaluable expertise.

“This participation at Google further highlights the significance of the platform and my contributions to the tech community,” she said.

Zita’s journey exemplifies the power of perseverance and innovation in the face of challenges.

Her ability to lead with competence and value, transcending gender barriers, inspires not only her team, but also countless aspiring entrepreneurs in the technology space.