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FG Aims For 95% Digital Literacy By 2030
The Federal Government on Tuesday said no stone would be left unturned towards Nigeria’s drive to achieve 95 percent digital literacy by the year 2030.
The government assured that following the inclusion of digital literacy as a cornerstone of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu administration, all efforts would be geared towards the success of the goal.
The Chairman of the Technical Working Group for the initiative and President of Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Mr David Daser, gave the assurance during the inaugural meeting of the group at the DBI headquarters in Abuja.
David Daser said the government, as well as members of the National Digital Literacy Technical Working Group ( NDL-TWG), are committed to the ideas and goals of achieving 95 percent digital literacy in the country by 2030.
Daser commended the Minister of Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack and the Director General of NITDA, Malam Kashifu Inuwa, for their commitment to the success of the goal.
“The inclusion of digital literacy as a cornerstone of the Renewed Hope agenda underscores a 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.
Daser said Nigeria has grappled with a significant digital literacy gap and warned that in today’s rapidly evolving global economy, digital literacy is no longer a luxury but a fundamental necessity, a gateway to economic prosperity, social inclusion, and enhanced governance.
He regretted that while individual initiatives to address these challenges have sprung up across the country, their fragmented nature, coupled with persistent infrastructure challenges and inconsistent data collection, has hindered collective progress.
The DBI boss explained that the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) launched the Digital Literacy for All initiative to address this critical challenge, adding that the NDL-TWG emerges as a strategic and unified response to ensure that the noble aspirations of the initiative and the comprehensive Nigeria Digital Literacy Framework are not just concepts, but lived realities for every Nigerian.
He 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.”
On the task of the group, Daser said, “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.”
The Executive Secretary, Nigeria Board of Technical Education (NBTE), Prof. Idris Bugaje, who is the technical working group co-chair, described the initiative as a very smart move by the government, the ministry and agencies involved and other stakeholders in the ecosystem
He assured that NBTE was ready to support the initiative and give all necessary contributions to the success of the technical working group, adding that the importance cannot be overemphasized, citing the NBTE has thrived after adopting digital technology in its process.
He said, “Let me update you that the NBTE has already embraced digital technology. We are trying our best, even in our accreditation today, we are doing it digitally. No physical accreditation, and this has reduced cost, it has ensured the security of our staff, and it has also addressed the so-called Nigerian factors in accreditation.
“That has also been addressed by digital technology because the human interface has been removed completely. You submit your forms online, you upload all the data needed, and you access it online. If you meet the requirements, you shall receive a letter approving your accreditation.
“Besides that, we are also linking up all our polytechnics to a common digital database whereby all data on students, staff and other issues are uploaded and we can access them in the NBTE,” Prof Bugaje stated.
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Nigerian gospel singer, Toluwanisings is reportedly dead
His death was announced by the Convener of the Coalition of Public Interests Lawyers and Advocates, COPA, Pelumi Olajengbesi on Wednesday.
Expressing concern over the death of young Nigerians, Olajengbesi, in a post on Instagram, pleaded for God’s mercy.
Concerns mount over reports of Toluwanisings’ death
While noting that the death of Toluwanisings is not God’s plan, he wrote, “We say no to untimely death.”
Sharing the singer’s picture, Pelumi said, “My God! What a life! No, Lord! We plead for Your mercy upon Toluwanisings.
“I am deeply troubled by the deaths of young men and women. This is not God’s plan for us.”
Reacting to the sad news, comedian Woli Agba said they are still praying for a miracle.
He wrote on his page, “Please hold on. Please don’t conclude. We are trusting God. Please.”
Responding in the comments section, singer Boyebest wrote, “Yes yes yes. Yeah I have faith in God. I do. God you’ll do this one.”
This came about two hours after the rumour first surfaced on social media.
DAILY POST reports that the circumstances surrounding the singer’s death have not been revealed as of the time of this report
Nollywood actress, Chioma Chukwuka-Akpotha has announced the death of her father, Leonard Ndukaife Chukwuka.
The actress disclosed this in an emotional post on Instagram on Friday, saying her father had “gone to be with the Lord.”
Chukwuka said she lost her mother 13 years ago and described the death of her father as painful, noting that she was now without either parent.
“I lost my mother 13 years ago and now that my father is gone, the thought that I have neither parent here anymore breaks my heart in a way I cannot fully explain. So na only me bayi?”
Nollywood actress, Chioma Akpotha and her late father, Leonard Chukwuka…Photo Credit: IG / chiomaakpotha
Describing her late father as “my daddy, papa’m, obara’m, my comfort,” the actress expressed gratitude for his long life and for the opportunity he had to see his children and grandchildren.
“I am so thankful you lived a long life, and I am grateful to God you saw your children and grandchildren. We had hoped you would meet your great-grandchildren too, mana nya diba!” she said.
Chukwuka also reflected on the difficulty of losing a parent, regardless of their age.
“No matter how many years we are given with a parent, we still want one more conversation, one more embrace, one more day,” she wrote.
She said she was grateful for the moments she shared with her father, particularly towards the end of his life.
Nollywood actress, Chioma Akpotha..Photo Credit: IG / chiomaakpotha
The actress said she had kept the news private while coming to terms with her grief before deciding to announce his death.
“I have held this news close while trying to understand my own grief,” she said.
She asked the public to keep her, her siblings and the entire Chukwuka family in their prayers, adding that details of her father’s funeral would be announced when the family was ready.
“Rest well, Olowo of Ikate, my father. I will always love you,” she wrote.
Chukwuka accompanied the announcement with biblical passages, including Proverbs 17:6 and Psalm 34:18, which speaks of the Lord being close to the brokenhearted.
The government has declared Monday, September 21, 2026, as a statutory public holiday to mark Founder’s Day.
The Ministry of the Interior announced the declaration in a notice dated September 14, 2026, informing the general public that the day should be observed as a public holiday throughout the country.
Founder’s Day is a day set aside to recognise the people whose efforts contributed to Ghana’s struggle for independence and the establishment of the country.
The day is closely associated with Dr Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first Prime Minister and later President, who played a leading role in the country’s independence movement.
September 21 is also significant because it is Nkrumah’s birthday.
The holiday has, however, been the subject of changes over the years. Under the Public Holidays (Amendment) Act, 2019, August 4 was designated Founder’s Day, while September 21 was observed as Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day.
The 2025 amendment changed this arrangement, with September 21 now listed as Founder’s Day. The Ministry of the Interior’s 2026 public holiday calendar confirms September 21 as Founder’s Day and a statutory public holiday.
Founder’s Day provides an opportunity for Ghanaians to reflect on the country’s journey to independence and remember the individuals and movements that contributed to the establishment of the Ghanaian state.
It is also a day to reflect on the values, sacrifices and political struggles that shaped Ghana’s path to independence.
The holiday falls on Monday, September 21, 2026, meaning workers, students and the general public will have a statutory holiday on that day.
The public is therefore encouraged to take note of the date and observe the holiday accordingly.
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