Category: Technology

Nigeria unveils National gender digital inclusion strategy at UN CSW69

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to closing the gender digital divide with the launch of the National Gender Digital Inclusion Strategy (NGDIS) at the 69th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69). The high-level event, themed “Digital Harmony: Advancing Gender Inclusion by Empowering Women and Children for a Secure Digital Future,” showcased Nigeria’s bold initiatives to enhance digital access, security, and economic empowerment for women and children.   Speaking at the event, Iklima Musa Salihu, Special Assistant to the Director General of the National Information…

NITDA, MTN foundation partner to enhance digital literacy in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As part of efforts to drive digital transformation and economic growth, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the MTN Foundation have agreed to collaborate on advancing digital literacy and capacity building across Nigeria. The Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, made this known during a courtesy visit by the MTN Foundation delegation, led by Odunayo Sanya, to the Agency’s Corporate Headquarters in Abuja. Inuwa emphasized the need for strategic partnerships in fostering digital skills, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision for industrialization and economic diversification. He highlighted…

Tinubu congratulates Dr. Fene Osakwe on historic UK Cybersecurity Award

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Dr. Fene Osakwe on being named Cyber Personality of the Year at the 2025 Cyber Security Awards in the United Kingdom, making history as the first African to win the prestigious award.   Dr. Osakwe, Chairman of the Lagos State Cybersecurity Advisory Board, was honored for his exceptional leadership, advocacy, and expertise in cybersecurity and data privacy, emerging ahead of finalists from the United States, the UAE, Qatar, the Netherlands, and the UK.   Tinubu lauded Dr. Osakwe’s groundbreaking achievement, described it as a testament…

NITDA expands iHatch Initiative Nationwide to boost Job creation, Digital Innovation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a strategic move to drive job creation, economic diversification, and digital innovation, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced the nationwide expansion of its iHatch initiative. The programme, designed to empower tech startups and hub managers, aligns with the federal government’s priority of reforming the economy through industrialization and digitization. The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, made this known at the iHatch Cohort 4 Onsite Training for Hub Managers, held in Abuja. The training, organized in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and…

USPF Secretary applauds ITU, UK-FCDO for Supporting Nigeria’s Rural Connectivity Efforts

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Secretary of the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Mr. Yomi Arowosafe, has commended the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UK-FCDO) for their collaboration with the Nigerian government to enhance rural connectivity and drive socio-economic development.   Arowosafe gave the commendation at an Industry-Focused Stakeholders Engagement Session held in Lagos over the weekend. The event, organized by the USPF in collaboration with the UK-FCDO and ITU, aimed to advance efforts to expand network coverage in unserved…

NCC, USPF, ITU, UK FCDO partner to bridge Nigeria’s digital divide

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), through the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and supported by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UK FCDO), has reiterated its commitment to bridging the digital divide in Nigeria. Speaking at the Industry-Focused Stakeholder’s Engagement Session held at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, highlighted the critical role of partnerships in delivering sustainable telecommunication infrastructure to unserved and underserved communities. Themed “Strengthening Partnership for Sustainable Telecommunication…

NITDA DG advocates gender inclusion in Digital Literacy to boost Economic Growth

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, has emphasized the importance of gender inclusion in digital literacy programs across Nigeria, stated that empowering women through technology is crucial for national development.   Inuwa made this assertion while delivering a goodwill address at the inauguration of the Quality Education and Girl Child Initiatives (Luminah 2030), organized by the Federal Ministry of Education at the Federal Secretariat Complex. The initiative is part of the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiative (NESRI) for Renewed Hope, focusing on six…

NITDA, JICA Ignite Women’s Entrepreneurship Through ‘IgniteHer Bootcamp’

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), successfully concluded the IgniteHer Bootcamp on Friday, March 7, 2025. The five-day intensive program, held in Abuja, empowered 90 female entrepreneurs with critical business development skills, financial management strategies, and digital transformation tools to enhance their ventures.   The initiative was designed to bridge the gender gap in business and technology, equipping women with digital literacy, financial planning, and market access opportunities. Through expert-led sessions, participants gained practical knowledge on business structuring, financial sustainability,…

NITDA, NUC Renew Partnership to Drive Digital Literacy Curriculum in Nigerian Universities

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the National Universities Commission (NUC) have reaffirmed their commitment to implementing the Digital Literacy and Skills Curriculum across all Nigerian universities. The announcement was made during a courtesy visit by NITDA’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, and his management team to the newly appointed NUC Executive Secretary, Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, at the commission’s headquarters. The renewed collaboration aims to accelerate the rollout of the curriculum, first agreed upon in December 2024, to integrate digital literacy and emerging technologies into university education. Inuwa highlighted…

NITDA, NSUK strengthen partnership on AI-Driven Research, Digital Innovation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) to promote research, digital literacy, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven solutions aimed at addressing national challenges.   The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa CCOE, made this known during a courtesy visit by NSUK management team led by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, to NITDA’s corporate headquarters in Abuja. Inuwa highlighted the importance of forging stronger ties between academics, technology experts, and entrepreneurs to address critical issues such as…