Daser: NCC, DBI intensify drive to transform institute into world-class digital skills hub
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) have reaffirmed their commitment to transforming the institute into a world-class centre for digital skills acquisition, research, innovation and policy development.
David Daser, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of DBI, made the commitment following the inaugural meeting of the institute’s newly appointed interim governing board, chaired by Princess Oforitsenere Emiko, at the DBI headquarters in Abuja.
Daser said the meeting marked the beginning of a new phase in the institute’s strategic transformation aimed at positioning DBI as Nigeria’s leading institution for digital capacity development and a globally recognised centre of excellence.
According to him, with the strategic guidance of the governing board and the continued support of the NCC, the institute is strengthening its resolve to equip Nigerians with the knowledge, skills and opportunities needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital economy.
“I had the honour of welcoming the newly appointed interim chairman of the governing board of the Digital Bridge Institute, Princess Oforitsenere Emiko, alongside other distinguished board members, as we held the inaugural meeting of the board at our headquarters in Abuja,” Daser said.
He described the inauguration of the board as another milestone in repositioning DBI as Nigeria’s foremost institution for digital skills development, research, innovation and policy leadership.
Daser also expressed optimism about working closely with Emiko and other members of the governing board, including Abraham Oshadami and Rimini Makama, to accelerate the institute’s transformation agenda.
He said collaboration between the board, the management of DBI and the NCC would strengthen the institute’s capacity to deliver high-quality digital skills training and contribute significantly to Nigeria’s digital transformation goals.
“The future is digital, and we remain committed to ensuring Nigeria is not just a participant but a leader in shaping it,” he said.
The Digital Bridge Institute, the training arm of the NCC, has continued to expand its programmes in digital skills development, emerging technologies, innovation and capacity building to bridge Nigeria’s digital skills gap and support the country’s transition to a knowledge-driven economy.
