Victoria Mgbanwa
The National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, in collaboration with National Youth Service Corps, NYSC is set to empower 30 Million Nigerian Youths to address digital literacy in Nigeria.
The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, disclosed this over the weekend saying that the empowerment would bridge the digital divide in Nigeria and equip young people with skills needed for the digital economy,
According to Abdullahi, the programme will feature training practical digital skills, such as software development, data analysis, cybersecurity and digital marketing.
He said: “It will also bridge the digital divide in Nigeria, equip young Nigerians with skills needed for the digital economy, increase employability of youths and drive innovation and economic growth.
“Overall, this initiative seems like a significant step towards improving digital literacy in Nigeria, potentially leading to a more skilled workforce and economic growth.”
The Minister of State for Youth, Ayodele Olawande Wisdom, who seconded this collaboration, said they are ready to give Thier commitment as long as, Nigerian youths are in a better position from where they are coming from.
He said: “I appreciate this collaboration because I believe we are one family and we are working towards the same goal.
“I also believe that if there is anything we can give, it is our commitment. Regardless of where you come from, as long as, at the end of the day, the Nigerian youths are in a better position from where they are coming from, that is what is important.”
The Director General of NYSC, Brig Gen YD Ahmed, responded by stating that NYSC is Fully ready for the collaboration
