DL4ALL: Nigeria Launches Physical Training for Teachers After Reaching 3,600 Online
A key component of the Abuja programme is the preparation of Master Trainers—selected participants who will, through a train-the-trainer structure, extend digital literacy skills to thousands of teachers within their states.
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has strengthened its push to modernize Nigeria’s education sector by equipping teachers with critical digital skills under its flagship initiative, Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL). As part of this effort, the Agency has launched a two-day physical training programme in Abuja for teachers selected from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
The training, which commenced on September 18, 2025, follows more than two weeks of virtual sessions that reached 3,600 teachers nationwide. These online sessions introduced participants to foundational digital concepts and set the stage for more practical, hands-on learning during the physical training phase.
NITDA is implementing the DL4ALL programme in partnership with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and the National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC), demonstrating a coordinated national effort to upgrade teaching standards across basic and secondary schools. The objective is to ensure that educators possess the competencies required to deliver learning that meets the demands of the digital era.
A key component of the Abuja programme is the preparation of Master Trainers—selected participants who will, through a train-the-trainer structure, extend digital literacy skills to thousands of teachers within their states. This cascading approach is designed to expand reach, deepen impact, and ensure the sustainability of the initiative.
Teachers taking part in the programme have expressed strong appreciation for the opportunity. Tanko Abdulkareem, from Kuje Area Council, described the training as transformative, saying it had broadened his understanding of using digital tools in classroom instruction. He noted that the knowledge gained would enable him to support colleagues and improve student learning outcomes.
Another participant, Muhammad Ademu from the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), called the initiative a timely intervention that would help reposition Nigeria’s education system for the realities of a digital economy. He highlighted its potential to equip teachers with practical skills essential for modern teaching.
For Bamidele Gbenga Samuel, of Government Secondary School Gwagwalada and the FCT Secondary Education Board, the programme is a major step toward closing the digital divide that continues to challenge classroom effectiveness. He emphasized the need for teachers to be digitally proficient if they are to prepare students for future opportunities.
Similarly, Miss Veronica Miapie of the FCT Secondary Education Board described digital literacy as an urgent necessity for both teachers and learners. She commended NITDA and its partner agencies for prioritizing the development of educators, noting that the long-term benefits would extend to future generations.
Through its Digital Literacy and Capacity Building (DLCB) department, NITDA continues to champion digital knowledge expansion across Nigeria. The DL4ALL initiative forms a key part of the Agency’s broader mission to align the country with global technology trends and enable citizens to thrive in a knowledge-driven economy.
