*Say DBI Campus will empower South East Youths with digital skills
By Michael Oche
The South East Youths Stakeholders Forum (SEYSF) has applauded the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, and the President, Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Mr David Daser, for their timely and intervention and swift commencement of the South East (Enugu Campus) of the institute.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by its Chairman Ezenwa Oyinrimba, the Forum described the move as a landmark achievement that demonstrates the Federal Government’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and fostering youth development in the South East region.
“We wholeheartedly commend the Honourable Minister and the leadership of the Digital Bridge Institute for their proactive steps in ensuring the immediate takeoff of the Enugu campus. This is a clear indication of visionary leadership and inclusive governance,” the statement read.
The Forum emphasized that the establishment of the DBI Enugu campus will provide young people across the region with access to cutting-edge digital education, skills acquisition, and capacity-building opportunities necessary for thriving in today’s global digital economy.
SEYSF reaffirmed its support for the initiative and called on all stakeholders, including the South East Development Commission, the governors of South Eastern states, the Deputy Speaker House of Representative, traditional institutions, and the Private sector, to collaborate towards the growth and sustainability of the project
“This development is a beacon of hope and a catalyst for technological advancement in the South East. It will empower our youths, create jobs, and stimulate innovation,” the Forum added.
In alignment with the vision of the Federal Government, and the Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy, the DBI has officially commenced operations at the DBI Enugu Campus of the institute.
The DBI President, who made the announcement said the milestone reinforces the DBI’s commitment to expanding digital skills training across Nigeria, in support of the Federal Government’s initiative to foster digital literacy and empower the workforce of the future.
“The establishment of the Enugu Campus is strategically designed to provide high-quality ICT and telecom training, ensuring that young Nigerians and professionals in the region gain the requisite skills to thrive in the digital economy.
“This initiative is in line with the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy’s Three Million Technical Talent (3MTT) program, spearheaded by the Minister of Communication, innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani. It is also a bold step towards developing a highly skilled and globally competitive workforce in Nigeria,” he said.
Daser stated further that the move was to produce graduates that would contribute meaningfully to Nigeria digital transformation and economic growth.
He said: “Furthermore, the Enugu Campus will play a critical role in advancing DBI’s National Innovation Diploma (NID) Program, which aims to equip students with practical and innovative knowledge in various ICT fields. The NID Program is tailored to meet industry demands by producing graduates who can contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s digital transformation and economic growth.”
Daser pointed out that the DBI remains committed to its mandate of bridging the digital divide and enhancing technical capacity development nationwide, adding, ”through partnerships with relevant stakeholders, government agencies, and the private sector, the Institute will continue to foster an ecosystem that supports technology-driven education and skill development.”
The commencement of the DBI Enugu Campus marks a significant step towards the realization of Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda, and we encourage aspiring ICT professionals, students, and corporate organizations to leverage on this opportunity for career advancement and technological excellence.
The DBI, therefore, called on the governors of the Eastern States, the South East Development Commission (SEDC), industrialists and stakeholders in the Eastern region to partners with the institute, to achieve its set objectives, adding that the government cannot do it alone without the supports of the people of the South East.
Daser acknowledged the importance and central role the Eastern Nigerian and their Youths play as the digital and economy hub of the nation, adding that the opening of the campus would further add and support their exemplary God given skills to excel in the digital world.
