By The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has again insisted that there is the need to review Nigeria’s educational curriculum to reflected digital literacy skills.
Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa who made the call when a team from the Agency visited the National Universities Commission (NUC), also made a pledge on a renewed commitment to implementing the Digital Literacy and Skills Curriculum across all Nigerian universities.
“We must review the school curriculum to embed digital literacy and skills, ensuring that our graduates are not just degree holders but are equipped with the necessary competencies to thrive in a technology-driven world. Education reform is critical, and implementing this curriculum across all universities will be a game-changer in our nation’s development,” Inuwa stated.
The visit provided an opportunity to reignite the implementation of this initiative, which was agreed upon during the initial visit in December 2024, and to reinforce the commitment of both organisations toward integrating digital literacy into Nigeria’s higher learning institutions.
He said, “With the rapid advancement of technology, digital skills have become a necessity for success in today’s workforce. This collaboration is a strategic move to equip Nigerian students with the competencies needed to thrive in a technology-driven world, enhancing job creation, entrepreneurship, and overall economic resilience.”
Inuwa added that empowering young Nigerians with digital knowledge would drive economic transformation by creating a workforce that is innovative, entrepreneurial, and ready to meet the challenges of the modern economy.
Executive Secretary, Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, earlier while welcoming his guest said noted the NUC’s unwavering commitment to the full implementation of the Digital Literacy and Skills Curriculum, emphasising the Commission’s dedication to fostering innovation and digital transformation within the higher education sector.
He commended NITDA for its leadership in driving Nigeria’s digital agenda and assured that NUC would work closely with the agency to ensure seamless integration of the initiative into university curricula nationwide.
He acknowledged that digital education is central to Nigeria’s vision of becoming a leading knowledge-based economy and pledged to facilitate necessary policy adjustments to support this goal.
The collaboration between NITDA and NUC will involve a structured implementation plan, capacity-building programmes for educators, and the deployment of digital infrastructure to facilitate seamless adoption.
Universities will also be encouraged to incorporate emerging technologies into their curricula, ensuring students are equipped with skills that align with global industry standards.
The initiative is also expected to bridge the digital divide, ensuring that students from all backgrounds, including those in rural and underserved areas, have access to quality digital education.
