NITDA pledges more support for community digital training
The Nigerian Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding digital inclusion through strategic partnerships that equip underserved communities with digital skills and access to technology, as part of efforts to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation.
Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, gave the assurance during a courtesy visit by the Executive Director of Cal-Maji Foundation, Mrs. Faith Ayuba, to the agency’s headquarters in Abuja.
Represented by the Director of Digital Development Services, Mr. Oluwunmi Oladejo, Inuwa said collaboration with community-based organisations is central to NITDA’s vision of ensuring that no Nigerian is left behind in the digital economy.
He noted that the Foundation’s visit and positive feedback reflect the lasting impact of NITDA’s interventions across the country.
The NITDA boss explained that the agency continues to monitor the performance of its intervention centres nationwide while deploying emerging technologies to strengthen digital learning and virtual capacity-building. He added that the National Digital Literacy Framework remains the foundation of NITDA’s drive to equip children, students, artisans, farmers, professionals and other groups with the digital skills needed to thrive in a technology-driven economy.
Responding to requests for additional support, Inuwa said the agency would consider training community-based instructors to sustain grassroots digital literacy programmes. He urged the Foundation to submit a formal request, supported with evidence of activities at the centre, to facilitate further intervention.
He, however, acknowledged that maintaining internet connectivity across intervention centres nationwide remains a major funding challenge that requires innovative solutions and stronger collaboration.
Earlier, Ayuba commended NITDA for its openness to partnerships and commitment to supporting impactful initiatives. She described the agency as one of the few government institutions that prioritises credible projects based on measurable impact rather than personal connections.
