THE DIGITAL Bridge Institute (DBI) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction; and the Small Business Training Solutions (SBTS); to drive employment through digital literacy and training.
The signing was held recently at the office of the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, in Abuja.
While the President/CEO of DBI, Mr. Daser David, signed for the DBI, Mr. Evelyn Lewis, who is the Managing Director signed for the SBTS, and the Permanent Secretary, Humanitarian Affairs Ministry, Dr. Yakubu Kofamata, signed for the ministry.
This strategic partnership is set to drive a large-scale capacity building under the Federal Government’s National NPower Program.
The initiative is geared towards promoting digital literacy, employability, and job creation for Nigerian youths and vulnerable populations, aligning closely with the government’s poverty reduction and economic inclusion agenda.
Speaking at the event, Mr. David reiterated DBI’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge ICT training across its campuses nationwide.
“This collaboration underscores our mission to bridge the digital divide and build a competent workforce ready for the challenges of the digital economy,” he said.
Under the agreement, the ministry will provide policy support, facilitate trainee enrolment, and officially integrate the program into NPower, while the SBTS would deploy its Intelligent Capacity Building Model (ICBM) and drive job placements through its extensive corporate networks.
Also, as the foremost ICT training, education and capacity building institute in Nigeria, the DBI will offer a high-quality training through its seasoned faculty and advanced facilities spread across all the geo-political regions in the country.
A Joint Steering Committee will be established to oversee implementation, monitor progress, and ensure measurable and scalable impact.
According to M. David, the partnership marks a significant leap in empowering Nigeria’s youth with globally competitive digital skills and creating tangible pathways to employment and entrepreneurship.
