The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), a Nigerian institution that provides training and education in information and communications technology (ICT), has announced a strategic partnership with SBTS Group LLC, a US-based organisation, to equip Nigerian youths with digital skills for global competitiveness.
The partnership aims to create thousands of job opportunities within and beyond Nigeria, strengthening the nation’s role in the global outsourcing market.
The President and Chief Executive Officer of DBI, Mr Daser David, stated that the collaboration would provide high-value job opportunities, reinforcing Nigeria’s position in the international digital economy.
A statement signed by DBI’s Head of Public Affairs, Mr. Akin Ogunlade, highlighted that the initiative aligns with the present administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises human capital development, job creation, and socio-economic transformation.
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Job creation: DBI Partners US-based SBTS Group to Equip Nigerian Youth with Digital Skills
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He added that these efforts would accelerate the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Mr David also disclosed that the partnership would support the 3 million Technical Talent (3MTT) initiative of the Ministry of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy, spearheaded by the Minister, to position Nigeria as a leading exporter of digital talent.
“Our partnership with SBTS aligns with our mission to foster digital skills and transform lives.
By integrating Nigeria’s youth into the global technological workforce, we are laying the foundation for a thriving digital economy,” he said.
Mr David further explained that many of the opportunities created would require intermediate and advanced technical skills, going beyond basic digital literacy. He emphasised that the DBI-SBTS collaboration directly addresses these challenges by establishing a sustainable framework for skill development.
“This collaboration is a game-changer for Nigeria’s economy. By equipping job seekers with digital skills, the initiative enhances their employability and contributes to national development.
The integration of digital talent into various sectors is expected to spur innovation, attract investments, and position Nigeria as a global hub for skilled digital professionals.”
The Chief Executive Officer of SBTS Group, Ms Evelyn Lewis, stressed the urgency of launching Nigeria into the global digital space, enabling millions of Nigerian youths to benefit from digital transformation.
“Africa’s digital skills gap is a barrier to growth. By collaborating with DBI, we aim to close this gap, create jobs, and accelerate technology adoption, boosting productivity across sectors.
As Africa’s largest economy with a burgeoning youth population, Nigeria is positioned to take a leading role in this digital transformation of the continent.”
Renovation and upgrades have already commenced at DBI campuses, starting with Enugu and Kano, with plans to expand nationwide. These improvements are expected to establish state-of-the-art facilities for delivering cutting-edge training programmes.
The partnership will also implement the Intelligent Capacity Building Model (ICBM) framework, enabling DBI to offer advanced digital skills training, support the establishment of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) centres, and create an ecosystem for innovation and growth.
According to DBI, the partnership is designed to bridge Nigeria’s digital divide, address digital literacy deficits, and drive job creation.
Described as a milestone in Nigeria’s digital future, DBI noted that the groundbreaking collaboration would leverage the SBTS Group’s Intelligent Capacity Building Model (ICBM) and DBI’s reputation as Nigeria’s premier ICT capacity-building institute.
The initiative will provide: Training in globally competitive digital skills, infrastructure upgrades across DBI campuses, development of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) hubs
These initiatives will empower millions of Nigerians with hands-on skills, enhancing the country’s participation in the global digital economy.
According to the International Finance Corporation (IFC), over 230 million jobs in Sub-Saharan Africa will require digital skills by 2030, creating nearly 650 million training opportunities.
Mr Daser David reaffirmed that the DBI-SBTS partnership would significantly boost Nigeria’s role in the global outsourcing market, creating high-value job opportunities for its workforce.
DBI is a training institute of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), established in 2004 to provide ICT and digital training.
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