The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) is proudly hosting the 4th edition of its annual digital literacy training program, an initiative spearheaded by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in collaboration with the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI).
This Federal Government-approved training is part of a nationwide capacity-building effort aimed at enhancing digital literacy and equipping university communities with cutting-edge skills that align with global standards.
The training focuses on empowering participants with essential digital knowledge, ensuring they can adapt to the rapidly changing landscape of global technological practices.
This initiative is designed to position Nigerian universities as global repositories of digital knowledge, contributing significantly to the nation’s burgeoning digital economy.
Welcoming the participants, Professor Sunday Adewale, the Coordinator of Adapt FUTA and the university’s focal person for the training, expressed gratitude to the NCC and DBI for selecting FUTA once again as the venue for this transformative program.
“This training aligns perfectly with FUTA’s mission to foster technological innovation and digital advancement. It provides our staff with the skills necessary to compete globally,” Professor Adewale stated.
In his address, Mr. Ikenna Ogbanufe, the Training Coordinator from DBI, highlighted the importance of digital literacy in shaping Nigeria’s future. “By consistently executing this training across universities, we are ensuring that Nigerian institutions like FUTA can harness digital technologies to contribute meaningfully to global digital knowledge,” he explained. He noted that this year’s edition has attracted a diverse range of participants from the university community, all eager to build on the knowledge gained in previous years.
The training covers a wide array of topics, including data science, cybersecurity, and digital communication tools, providing participants with hands-on experience in these critical fields. Professor Kayode Alese, the Dean of the School of Computing, commended the initiative for equipping participants with vital tools to navigate the digital landscape.
He remarked, “This year’s training is an invaluable resource for participants, opening doors to new digital possibilities and practical knowledge to navigate new frontiers in the digital landscape.”