August 22, 2023 – Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has taken a significant step towards women’s economic empowerment by inaugurating the Women ICT Training Empowerment Programme. The initiative, organized by the Renewed Hope Initiative in partnership with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), aims to equip women in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) with digital skills that can pave the way for their financial independence. Here are the highlights from the event:
Strategic Collaboration for Empowerment
The Women ICT Training Empowerment Programme, spanning five days, emerged from a collaboration between the Renewed Hope Initiative and NITDA. This comprehensive initiative underscores the importance of digital literacy in propelling women towards economic growth and self-reliance.
First Lady’s Vision for Transformation
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, unable to attend in person but represented by Hon. Wahab Alawiye-King, emphasized the transformative potential of digital literacy. She lauded the women’s participation in the training, stressing that digital skills hold the key to both economic prosperity and emancipation. The First Lady’s commitment to women’s advancement was evident, and she highlighted her determination to catalyze meaningful change in the lives of women across the nation.
NITDA’s Digital Literacy Drives
Dr. Aristotle Onyemaechi, Director of Corporate Planning and Strategy at NITDA, spoke passionately about the agency’s desire to enhance Nigeria’s economic transformation through youth empowerment in digital literacy. Stressing the pivotal role of women in this process, he expressed hope that the training recipients would become advocates not only for the Renewed Hope Initiative but also for the broader cause of digital literacy in the country.
Innovating for a Brighter Future
The Women ICT Training Empowerment Programme spearheaded by Senator Oluremi Tinubu and supported by NITDA exemplifies the progressive efforts being made to bridge the digital divide and empower women. As the training unfolds over the next five days, participants have the opportunity to embrace the transformative potential of information technology and become agents of change within their communities. This initiative marks a significant stride towards fostering a more inclusive and technologically adept society, aligning with the global trajectory toward a digital future.
