The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nokia Solutions and Networks Nigeria to train Nigerians with in 4G/5G radio and transmission technologies.
Dr. Aminu Maina, the Executive Vice Chairman of the Commission, announced the collaboration, highlighting plans for nationwide training sessions to be conducted at the Commission’s Digital Parks.
Nokia Nigeria will also establish a state-of-the-art 5G/4G test lab to facilitate hands-on learning experiences for participants, marking a significant step forward in Nigeria’s quest for technological advancement.
As part of their joint commitment to fostering digital literacy, Nokia and the NCC are set to inaugurate a transformative initiative aimed at training 200 Nigerian students.
This initiative, aligned with the National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS), forms part of governments determination to achieve 90% digital literacy by 2030.
Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, emphasized the inclusive nature of the program, stressing its importance for people of all ages.
“The plan is that by 2030, 90% of Nigerians should be digitally literate. Digital literacy doesn’t mean that you become a technical talent; it gives you the foundation to be able to choose whether you also want to participate in the digital economy.
“There’s a need for us to ensure that as we invest in the drive, the larger part of our population is digitally literate, so that we do not leave certain people behind.
“I’m not talking about people that may be physically challenged, but also in terms of age. So, that’s why we have a program in that plan called digital literacy, ” he said.
