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Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Remi Tinubu, wants more stakeholders collaborations for women’s empowerment in the field of ICT.
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Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Women ICT Training Empowerment Programme, organised by National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in collaboration with Renewed Hope Initiative, which took place inside the Presidential Villa, Abuja at the weekend, Tinubu emphasised the need for multi-sectoral partnerships to create a more inclusive and thriving digital future for Nigerian women.
She acknowledged the transformative power of technology and its impact in bridging gaps in various sectors, particularly technology, stressing that as Nigeria continues to embrace digital transformation, it is crucial to ensure that women are not left behind.
She described the collaboration between NITDA and the Renewed Hope Initiative as a model for success, showcasing how collective efforts can drive meaningful change, empower women through digital skills and utilise technology for job creation and prosperity.
The First Lady presented laptops and dummy cheques to the beneficiaries of the training programme, a symbolic act to underscore her dedication to bridging the digital divide and ensuring that women have the necessary tools to participate actively in the digital economy.
Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Nigeria, Dr. Bosun Tijani, assured that government remains committed to supporting women, fostering innovation and utilising digital tools for economic growth.
He stressed the importance of the tech sector in creating jobs and economic prosperity adding that rapid technological advancement is making greater demand for digitally literate individuals across industries.
Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, shared insights into the agency’s efforts to promote digital literacy and innovation across Nigeria. He highlighted the success of the Women ICT Training Empowerment Programme and expressed his optimism about the impact these empowered women would have on the technology landscape.
The NITDA boss advised the beneficiaries to embrace a lifelong journey of learning within the context of the rapidly evolving digital sphere.
