NITDA and Dawn Commission Launch Digital Economy Partnership

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Dawn Commission signed a five-year partnership agreement aimed at advancing the digital economy in Southwest Nigeria. The memorandum of understanding, signed at NITDA's headquarters in Abuja last week, will run from 2025 to 2030 and cover the states of Ekiti, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo.

The partnership focuses on enhancing digital literacy and aims to equip 100 million citizens with digital skills by 2030. NITDA's Director General, Kashifu Abdullahi, emphasized the need for balanced digital development across the country, highlighting the economic gaps between regions.

The agreement includes plans to establish digital learning centers and innovation hubs in each state, tailored to local economic strengths. Abdullahi commended President Bola Tinubu for establishing the Dawn Commission, which aims to address regional development challenges.

The Dawn Commission's Director General, Sey Oyeley, stated that the agreement will facilitate the implementation of federal digital policies at the state level.