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 NITDA’s “DL4ALL” initiative, which aimed to achieve 95% digital literacy nationwide by 2027, as part of the Agency’s broader agenda to develop talents and promote digital education.
He further revealed that NITDA is working on a digital literacy framework based on UNESCO and DigiCom standards. This includes a three-phase curriculum for primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions, with a strong focus on practical skills over traditional certifications.
The MTN Foundation, which currently offers online learning programmes with over 4,000 courses and has enrolled 2,000 young Nigerians, expressed its support for NITDA’s initiatives.
Speaking during the visit, Odunayo Sanya commended NITDA’s efforts and invited the Agency to participate in the launch of MTN’s academy platform on April 17, 2025.
To ensure smooth implementation, both organisations have agreed to establish a joint committee to oversee the partnership. The collaboration is expected to significantly boost digital literacy and capacity building, aligning with Nigeria’s national development agenda.
