Abuja, June 24, 2025 – The federal government is committed to achieving 95 percent digital literacy in the country by 2030.
David Daser, the President of Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), expressed this commitment in Abuja on Tuesday during the inaugural meeting of the Technical Working Group for the initiative.
He said members of the National Digital Literacy Technical Working Group (NDL-TWG) were particularly committed to this goal.
Doser, who is also the Chairman of the group, said the inclusion of digital literacy in the Renewed Hope agenda underscored the profound understanding of its critical role in national development, empowering our citizens, and positioning Nigeria for a prosperous future in the global digital landscape.
“This strategic focus is not merely about technology adoption; it is about human capacity building, job creation, and unlocking the vast potential within our vibrant populace”, Daser said.
“Our mandate, therefore, is clear and compelling: we are tasked with coordinating, standardising, and scaling digital literacy initiatives nationwide.
“This involves a meticulous approach to harmonise existing programs, identify and bridge the infrastructure gaps that impede access, and establish robust, consistent data practices to accurately measure our progress.
“We must ensure that our efforts are cohesive, efficient, and impactful, reaching every corner of our vast and diverse nation.
“The ultimate vision driving our work is Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to achieving 95% digital literacy by the year 2030.
“This is not merely an ambitious target; it is a declaration of our intent to build a future where every Nigerian, regardless of age, gender, or location, possesses the essential digital skills to thrive in the 21st century.
“It is about empowering our citizens, boosting our economy, and fostering a society that can fully harness the transformative power of technology.”
“This journey will demand unprecedented collaboration – from government agencies, the private sector, academia, civil society organisations, and indeed, every Nigerian who understands the imperative of digital inclusion.
“We must pool our resources, share our expertise, and unite under a common purpose,” he said.
Doser commended Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Didi Esther Walson-Jack, the Head of Service, and Kashifu Inuwa, the NTDA boss, for their commitment to the goal.
