The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced a comprehensive plan to equip 70% of Nigerians with digital literacy skills by 2025.
This ambitious target aligns with NITDA’s ongoing digital literacy campaign and will be achieved through innovative approaches, collaborative efforts, and stakeholder engagement.
NITDA director-general, Kashifu Inuwa, outlined the agency’s three-pronged strategy during a recent meeting with representatives from Afre.lib Academy.
He emphasised the importance of Revamping Formal Education: NITDA is collaborating with the Ministry of Education to integrate digital skills into the national curriculum. This initiative includes training teachers and providing the necessary equipment for effective implementation.
Promoting Informal Learning: The “Digital Literacy for All” program will offer an online learning platform accessible in various Nigerian languages.
This EdTech platform (Learning Management System) caters to individuals outside the formal education system, allowing them to learn at their own pace.
To maximise reach, NITDA is exploring a partnership with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for program promotion and onboarding participants across Nigeria’s 774 local government areas. Upskilling the Workforce: Recognising the significance of digital literacy in the workplace, NITDA will provide training programs for government and private sector employees. This initiative aims to enhance productivity across various sectors.
