The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called on National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving as Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Initiative champions to intensify their efforts in promoting digital literacy across Nigeria.
NITDA Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, emphasised the crucial role of digital literacy in bridging the digital divide and driving Nigeria’s digital economy. By empowering citizens with digital skills, the country can unlock its full potential and compete globally.
The gathering, which is one of the flagship programs under NITDA’s Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan (SRAP 2.0), focuses on grassroots engagement and seeks to provide underserved communities with essential digital knowledge, empowering individuals to access opportunities in an increasingly digitally-driven world.
Today at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Kubwa, Abuja, the Director General of NITDA, @KashifuInuwa, addressed the Champions of Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) initiative.
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In his keynote address, Inuwa said, “You are the ambassadors of our shared vision to empower every Nigerian with the knowledge needed to navigate and excel in the digital economy.
“Your dedication and resilience will ensure that no Nigerian is left behind as we build a technologically driven, globally competitive economy.”
While reminding the champions of their critical role in actualising NITDA’s ambition to achieve the short-term target of 70% digital literacy by 2027 and 95% by 2030, Inuwa emphasised that the goal inspires confidence, builds capacity, and paves the way for a digital inclusive society.
He added that the DL4ALL initiative aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises innovation-driven economic growth, youth empowerment, and national prosperity.
“A digitally skilled workforce will not only transform our economy but also position Nigeria as a leader in the global knowledge economy. Through your efforts, we will empower millions of Nigerians to unlock their potential, embrace innovation, and contribute meaningfully to national development.”
He affirmed NITDA’s commitment to leading Nigeria’s digital transformation and fostering a future where no citizen is left behind.
The Director General’s remarks met with enthusiasm by the champions, who expressed their readiness to serve as change agents in their assigned communities.
As the champions prepare for deployment to various communities across Nigeria, their responsibilities are to impart knowledge and sensitise communities about the benefits of digital skills in everyday life.
The Digital Literacy for All initiative is a movement that embodies the spirit of collaboration and shared responsibility.
It brings together key stakeholders, including NITDA, the Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, the NYSC, and other strategic partners, all working towards the shared goal of fostering digital inclusion.
As part of the initiative, champions received intensive training to prepare them for the field.
The training includes hands-on workshops on digital tools, effective communication strategies for engaging diverse audiences, and techniques for tailoring content to meet the specific needs of different communities.
As these champions embark on their journey, their efforts are expected to create a ripple effect that will transform lives and communities across Nigeria.
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