CITAD Launches YOU-LEAD to Empower Nigerian Youth in Leadership
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has launched the Youth Leadership Development Program (YOU-LEAD) to provide young Nigerians with leadership skills, critical thinking abilities, and a platform for social innovation. The program began with an orientation ceremony at CITAD’s Kano office today, aiming to encourage youth to engage actively with opportunities and explore
A karo na biyu CITAD ta fara horar da matasa 70 kasuwancin zamani
Cibiyar fasahar sadarwa da cigaban al’umma (CITAD) da haɗin gwiwa da British Council da kuma Prince’s Trust International (PTI) ta ƙaddamar da fara horar da matasa dabarun kasuwancin zamani wanda ya gudana ranar Asabar a Ni’ima Hotel, Kano Isah Garba shi ne jami’in shirye-shirye na cibiyar fasahar sadarwa da cigaban al’umma ta CITAD ya bayyana
CITAD Empowers 70 Youths in Job Creation
The Center for Information Technology And Development (CITAD) in Kano, in its effort to address youth unemployment, has organized training for 70 young people to benefit from sustainable enterprise, job creation, and self-reliance. The three-month training, which began this week, is funded by the British Council and the King’s Trust Foundation. Beneficiaries will not only
Women Internet Governance Forum 2024: Advocating for a Gender-Sensitive Digital Future
Women Internet Governance Forum 2024: Advocating for a Gender-Sensitive Digital Future On October 15, 2024, the sixth edition of the Women Internet Governance Forum (WIGF) convened virtually, organized by the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) in collaboration with the Nigeria Internet Governance Forum (NIFG). This year’s forum, themed “Promoting a Gender-Sensitive Internet: Women
Power Grid Collapse Paralyzes Northern Nigeria: CITAD calls for urgent action from President Tinubu
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to expedite the restoration of power in Nigeria’s 17 northern states and address the security challenges that have hindered repairs to vandalized power facilities. This appeal was made by CITAD’s Executive Director, Y. Z. Ya’u, during an event on Monday titled Energy and
CITAD Hosts Event on Solutions to Northern Nigeria’s Energy Crisis
Industry experts and professionals gathered in Kano on Monday evening to address energy challenges hindering economic progress in northern Nigeria. Hosted by the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) and the Association of Professional Bodies of Nigeria (APBN) Kano State Chapter, the event focused on solutions to the regional energy crisis under the theme
CITAD’s First Digital Training Hub for PWDs in Nigeria Graduates Its Pioneer Set
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), in collaboration with the MacArthur Foundation, concluded a six-week digital skills training program for people with disabilities (PWDs) in Kano State. The program provided participants with essential digital and computer skills. Yusuf Ibrahim Sharada, Senior Special Assistant on ICTs to the Kano State Governor, acknowledged CITAD’s efforts
CITAD To Youths: Embrace Repair, Reuse Over Replacement
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has celebrated International Repair Day in Kano with a workshop aimed at promoting sustainable practices among young Nigerians. The event, which was held at Government Technical College Kano, focused on introducing students to the circular economy and the importance of repairing and reusing electronic devices. “Let’s embrace
CITAD, partners push for domestication of Freedom of Information Act (FoI)
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) and its partners, under the Open Government Partnership (OGP), urged the Ministry of Information to commit to domesticating the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) in the state. Mujahid Ibrahim, CITAD’s co-secretary, led the advocacy visit alongside Lawal Bako, representing state actors. In his speech, Mujahid reiterated the
Bridging Digital Gap: CITAD Launches Network Hub in Bauchi Community
By Mustapha Salisu In a continued effort to close the digital divide between rural and urban areas in Nigeria, the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) on Sunday launched a Community Network Centre in Itas Local Government Area, Bauchi State. The handover ceremony took place at the District Head’s premises in Itas, where the