The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has embarked on a nationwide rollout of its Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) program across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
Following a successful pilot phase that reached over 150,000 participants in 12 states, the agency aims to train at least 70% of the population with essential digital skills by 2027 and 95% by 2030.
This initiative is part of the Federal Government’s strategy to build a digitally capable society under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The DL4ALL program focuses on six practical areas: Device and Software Operation, Information and Data Literacy, Communication and Collaboration, Digital Content Creation, Online Safety, and Problem Solving.
These areas are designed to provide hands-on, accessible instruction, targeting not only urban dwellers but also communities in remote locations with limited access to technology. NITDA’s approach is direct, ambitious, and collaborative, working with local governments, development agencies, and private sector partners to ensure no Nigerian is left behind.
The program’s goal is not to create millions of software engineers overnight but to equip the average Nigerian with the basics of digital tools to function, grow, and innovate in today’s economy. The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has emphasized the importance of measurable outcomes, highlighting plans to train 1.1 million residents in Enugu State alone by 2027. This initiative is part of a broader digital literacy agenda that includes the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) initiative.
Dr. Tijani clarified that being digitally literate doesn’t mean becoming a tech talent but rather having the foundation to participate in the digital economy. As DL4ALL scales across the country, NITDA has promised to monitor progress, measure impact, and adjust where needed to ensure tangible and inclusive outcomes.
With this program, Nigeria is taking a significant step towards building a digitally capable society, providing citizens with the skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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