NITDA, Police Officers’ Wives Association Collaborate on ICT Development

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA) have collaborated to enhance ICT development and digital literacy, focusing on empowering police families and widows through technology-driven initiatives.

During a courtesy visit to NITDA’s headquarters, the agency’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, reaffirmed its commitment to fostering digital skills. Discussions centred on strengthening ICT initiatives for police children, expanding POWA’s ICT development programmes, and providing digital literacy training for police widows. Both parties also explored opportunities to empower young people through technology.

NITDA DG Welcomes POWA Delegation, Pledges Support for ICT Development.

The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), @KashifuInuwa, welcomed the President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Dr Mrs Elizebeth Egbetokun, who… pic.twitter.com/45hXyzd2f5

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Kashifu Inuwa emphasised NITDA’s dedication to supporting POWA’s objectives, noting that their requests align with the agency’s strategic pillars, particularly in fostering digital inclusion. He reiterated NITDA’s commitment to equipping citizens with essential digital skills to ensure their active participation in the digital economy.

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NITDA has spearheaded various initiatives to expand digital literacy in Nigeria. These include the Digital Literacy for All Programme (DL4ALL), which aims to provide foundational digital skills across all 774 local government areas, and the Digital Literacy Training for Civil Servants, launched in partnership with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to upskill 69,000 federal workers.

Furthermore, NITDA has demonstrated its commitment to inclusivity through empowerment programmes for Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWD), such as digital skills training sessions in Kano State. These efforts align with the agency’s broader vision of promoting technological innovation and economic growth through ICT.

The collaboration between NITDA and POWA is expected to drive significant progress in digital literacy and youth empowerment, reinforcing the role of technology in national development. As both organisations continue to work together, the partnership is set to create sustainable opportunities for police families and the wider Nigerian community in the digital space.