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Bootcamp advances digital inclusion, aligns with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, and NITDA’s goal of 70% digital literacy by 2027.
Empowering Youth with Future-Proof Digital Skills
Fifty young unemployed Nigerians have successfully completed a four-week intensive Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) bootcamp, gaining hands-on training in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and IT Essentials. The initiative, held at the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)’s South West Zonal Office in Victoria Island, Lagos, was conducted in partnership with global tech leader Cisco.
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NITDA: Driving Nigeria’s Digital Future through Youth Empowerment
Representing NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, at the graduation ceremony, Mrs. Chioma Okee-Agugwo, Head of NITDA’s South West Zonal Office, described the programme as “a launchpad for new journeys—anchored in digital knowledge and powered by innovation.”
The initiative is part of NITDA’s Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan (SRAP 2.0) and strongly reflects three key pillars: Digital Literacy, Emerging Technologies, and Youth Empowerment. It also complements President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes digital innovation as a key driver of economic diversification and inclusive growth.
70% Digital Literacy by 2027: A National Goal in Motion
The director general emphasized that DL4ALL is a core element of Nigeria’s push to achieve 70% digital literacy by 2027, a goal championed by the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani.
“This initiative is not just about skills; it’s about creating a generation of digital leaders—creators, innovators, and job creators—who will shape Nigeria’s digital economy,” Inuwa stated.
Hands-On Training and Real-World Applications
The bootcamp featured practical sessions that enabled participants to integrate their newly acquired skills into real-world solutions. From data analytics to AI deployment and network security, graduates delivered impressive final projects that demonstrated both technical depth and creative problem-solving.
Participants lauded the programme for igniting their passion for tech and for preparing them to launch startups, provide digital services, and train others within their communities.
Public-Private Partnership: Cisco’s Role in Skill Development
NITDA also commended Cisco for its role in delivering high-impact training that is both globally competitive and locally relevant. Inuwa called for continued investment in strategic partnerships that bridge the digital divide.
“By bringing digital innovation closer to the people, especially through our zonal strategies, we are unlocking Nigeria’s full digital potential,” he added.
Building Nigeria’s Next Generation of Tech Leaders
The newly certified participants are now equipped with in-demand digital competencies that position them to contribute significantly to Nigeria’s growing digital economy. As solution builders, tech entrepreneurs, and digital enablers, they represent the next generation of talent set to transform industries and improve lives through technology.
