Utweets
In a significant move to accelerate digital literacy across Nigeria, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, hosted the President and CEO of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), David Daser, to discuss the development of a National Digital Literacy Standard. This initiative aligns with the National Digital Literacy Framework (NDLF) and forms a crucial part of NITDA’s Digital Literacy for All Initiative (DL4ALL)....READ THE FULL CONTENT FROM THE SOURCE | READ THE FULL CONTENT FROM THE SOURCE
The collaboration seeks to provide Nigerians with equitable access to standardized digital learning content, equipping them with essential digital skills and nationally recognized certifications at three proficiency levels: basic, intermediate, and advanced.
With digital transformation at the heart of Nigeria’s economic agenda, the need for a unified and structured digital literacy framework has become more critical than ever. Presently, various organizations, both private and public, conduct digital training programs across the country. However, the lack of uniformity in curriculum, certification, and delivery methods has posed challenges in ensuring widespread and effective digital inclusion.
This partnership between NITDA and DBI aims to harmonize and standardize these programs, ensuring that every Nigerian—regardless of background or location—has access to high-quality digital education that meets globally recognized standards.
Speaking on the collaboration, Kashifu Inuwa emphasized the importance of ensuring that all Nigerians, especially those in underserved communities, benefit from digital literacy initiatives.
“Our goal is to create a structured, measurable, and inclusive digital literacy ecosystem that empowers every Nigerian with the skills needed to thrive in the digital economy. Through this partnership with DBI, we are taking a significant step toward building a sustainable and standardized approach to digital literacy,” Inuwa stated.
Similarly, David Daser, President and CEO of DBI, highlighted the role of a national standard in improving employability and innovation.
“By developing a unified National Digital Literacy Standard, we can ensure that individuals, regardless of their socio-economic background, receive training that is industry-relevant, globally competitive, and nationally recognized. This will not only bridge the digital divide but also enhance Nigeria’s position in the global digital economy,” Daser added.
The Digital Literacy for All Initiative (DL4ALL) is a key component of Nigeria’s Strategic Roadmap for Digital Transformation, which aims to equip millions of Nigerians with digital skills by 2030. Through this latest initiative, NITDA and DBI are creating a standardized digital literacy framework that will:
