The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) on Monday commenced the training of about 10,000 workers to build the digital literacy and capacity of the workforce in Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and other tertiary institutions nationwide. Under its 2025 Advanced Digital Empowerment Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADEPTI), the DBI will train 100 workers each in about 100 tertiary […]
The President/CEO of Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), David Daser, has unveiled an ambitious plan to create at least 100,000 jobs through large-scale digital outsourcing projects, while also urging Nigerians to support and re-elect President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to continue his reform agenda. Speaking with journalists in Abuja, while marking his one year in office, Daser […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The President and Chief Executive Officer of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), David Daser, has raised concerns that more than 27 million Nigerians living with disabilities are at risk of being excluded from the country’s unfolding digital transformation due to systemic and structural barriers. Speaking in Abuja at a sensitization workshop themed […]
By Ukpono Ukpong In a major move to combat poverty and unemployment, the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) has partnered with the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction and the Small Business Training Solutions (SBTS) to drive digital literacy and training for Nigerian youths. The collaboration is expected to boost employability and economic inclusion […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The federal government-owned ICT training institute, the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), and Miva Open University have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to drive academic excellence and deepen Nigeria’s capacity in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, cybersecurity, and other emerging technologies. The agreement, signed at the DBI headquarters in Abuja, formalizes the […]
By Ukpono Ukpong In a bold step toward digital transformation and job creation, the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) and SBTS Nigeria Limited have unveiled plans to roll out $150 million worth of digital infrastructure nationwide. The initiative is expected to generate over 20,000 jobs across various regions of Nigeria, significantly bolstering youth employment in the […]
By Ukpono Ukpong Stakeholders in Nigeria’s technology and education sectors have called for urgent collaboration to address the country’s growing digital skills gap, estimated to cost the economy $11 billion annually. This call came yesterday during the 21st anniversary celebration of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), held in Abuja. The President/CEO of DBI, David Daser, […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Federal Government has appointed the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Mr. David Daser, as Chairman of the newly established National Digital Literacy Technical Working Committee. The announcement was made by the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Dr. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, during […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, says her office will work closely with the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) and leverage on its expertise to train and digitize all the Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government. The Head of Service made this known […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The South East Youths Stakeholders Forum (SEYSF) has expressed excitement over the official takeoff of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) Enugu Campus, describing it as a monumental step toward digital empowerment and youth development in the region. In a statement issued to journalists, the Chairman of the Forum, Ezenwa Oyinrimba, applauded the […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Federal Government, through the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), is committed to bridging the digital divide and creating opportunities for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) to fully participate in the digital economy. President of DBI, David Daser, disclosed this at the graduation ceremony of 24 PWDs in Lagos under the DBI/Sightsavers IT Bridge […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) and Small Business Training Solutions (SBTS) have officially launched a strategic partnership aimed at bridging the digital skills gap in Nigeria and empowering young people with globally competitive expertise. Speaking at the media awareness launch in Abuja, DBI President/CEO, David Daser, described the initiative as a bold […]
By Ukpono Ukpong A new strategic partnership between the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) and US-based SBTS Group LLC aims to bridge Nigeria’s digital skills gap by creating 50,000 jobs and upskilling over five million youth by 2030. The initiative seeks to equip young Nigerians with essential digital competencies, positioning them for opportunities in the rapidly […]
BY UKPONO UKPONG The Vice-Chancellor, University of Ilesa, Prof. Taiwo Asaolu, has called for enhanced collaboration with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) to bolster its objectives in teaching, research, and community engagement. The appeal follows the successful completion of an Advanced Digital Empowerment Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADEPTI) training, […]
Indications have emerged that the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) may be mulling the idea of transforming the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) to a full University. DBI was established in 2004 and modelled after similar ICT Universities and institutions across the world. Mr. Sunday Dare, NCC’s Executive Commissioner made this remark recently, at the Beacon of […]