The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Jigawa State Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy, has hosted the NITDA–Sub National Engagement and IT Ecosystem Development Programme in Dutse.
Themed “Creating Opportunities, Breaking Boundaries Towards Digitalisation and Entrepreneurial Evolution,” the forum provided a platform to assess Jigawa’s progress in ICT development and chart strategies for positioning the state as a sub-national leader in Nigeria’s digital economy.
The engagement brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to align commitments, strengthen partnerships, and accelerate Jigawa’s digital transformation journey. Discussions stressed the importance of prioritising digital literacy and inclusion as foundations for sustainable growth.
Representing the NITDA Director General, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Dr. Ayodeji Eniola reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to digital inclusion through the National Digital Literacy Framework (NDLF). He explained that the framework is designed to ensure equitable access and opportunities across sectors, empowering the non-formal economy, public and private workforce, and academia with critical digital skills.
The forum underscored the need for stronger collaboration between federal and state structures to drive innovation, job creation, and economic diversification through technology adoption.
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