EDUCATION

TECH REVOLUTION: INSTITUTE EMPOWERS SOUTH-EAST YOUTHS WITH DIGITAL SKILLS
The South-East Youths Stakeholders Forum (SEYSF) has highlighted the establishment of the Enugu Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) campus as a pivotal step toward enhancing digital skills among the region's youth. This initiative underscores the Federal Government's dedication to reducing the digital divide and advancing youth development in the South-East.
According to the forum, the Enugu campus will provide young people with access to advanced digital education, skill-building programs, and capacity-building platforms essential for thriving in the global digital economy. The campus is seen as a source of hope and a driver of technological progress, offering opportunities to empower youths, create jobs, and stimulate innovation.
The forum expressed its strong support for the project, encouraging regional stakeholders to ensure its sustainability and growth. David Daser, President of DBI, emphasized that the Enugu campus reinforces the institute's commitment to expanding digital skills training nationwide, providing high-quality ICT and telecom education to equip professionals and students with the competencies needed in the digital era.
Daser described the campus as a key milestone in achieving Nigeria's digital transformation goals and urged governments and stakeholders in eastern states to collaborate on its development. He also noted the importance of leveraging the campus to nurture the natural talents and digital capabilities of the region's youth, ensuring their active participation in the country's evolving digital economy.
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