In an inclusive digital economy, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has called on National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving as champions of the Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Initiative to intensify their efforts. The initiative aims to train and educate Nigerians on the benefits of digital literacy in shaping the nation’s future.
Inuwa underscored the importance of the NYSC members’ role. “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,”
The champions underwent intensive training, including hands-on workshops on digital tools, effective communication strategies, and techniques for customizing content to suit diverse audiences.
Their work as they embark on their assignments, is expected to create a ripple effect, transforming lives and communities and paving the way for a digitally inclusive Nigeria.
The DL4ALL initiative aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes 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. ” Inuwa stated, the far-reaching impact of the initiative, noting “this programme is not just an investment in individuals, but our collective future.
The initiative is a platform to make a difference while gaining leadership and community engagement experience, the champions expressed enthusiasm for their roles. As they prepare to deploy to communities across the country, their duties include imparting knowledge and sensitizing communities on the benefits of digital skills in areas such as financial inclusion through digital banking, leveraging e-commerce for small businesses, and understanding cybersecurity essentials.
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.
The Director General reaffirmed NITDA’s dedication to driving Nigeria’s digital transformation and ensuring that no citizen is excluded.
