Kano Women Human Rights Defenders Strengthen Their Digital Defences
As more women human rights defenders, journalists and activists take their work online, digital threats are increasingly becoming part of the risks they face. From hacked accounts and online harassment to impersonation, surveillance and exposure of personal information, staying safe online has become essential to continuing their work. To strengthen their ability to respond, CITAD, […]
Equipping Women Human Rights Defenders to Stay Safe Online
For women human rights defenders, journalists and civil society activists, visibility online is essential to their work but it can also expose them to harassment, account hacking, surveillance, doxxing, impersonation and technology-facilitated gender-based violence. To help women navigate these risks, CITAD, with support from the Association for Progressive Communications (APC), trained 40 women human rights […]
Empowering Youth with Digital Storytelling Skills for Community Advocacy
To commemorate the 2026 International Youth Day, the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), with support from ActionAid Nigeria under the Partnership and Local Rights Programme (P&LRP), organised a two-day Content Creation and Video Editing Training for youth representatives from 18 Local Rights Programme communities in the Federal Capital Territory. Held in Gwagwalada from […]
When a Community Speaks, Who Listens? CITAD Takes Rafin Zurfi Concerns to Gwagwalada Chair
For the people of Rafin Zurfi, development is not an abstract idea. It is a school where children can learn safely, a road that connects them to other communities, and a government that listens when they ask for change. These concerns brought representatives of Rafin Zurfi community, alongside the Centre for Information Technology and Development […]
Empowering Persons with Disabilities to Navigate the Digital World Safely
Digital technologies have transformed the way people learn, work and access essential services. Yet, for many persons with disabilities (PwDs), barriers to accessibility and online safety continue to limit these opportunities. To help bridge this gap, the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), with support from the Association for Progressive Communications (APC), organised a […]
Keeping Children Connected Beyond Borders
For hundreds of children across 18 communities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), writing a simple message is more than putting words on paper it is a chance to stay connected with people who support their dreams. Between April and July 2026, the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), with support from ActionAid Nigeria […]
Report of the 8th Bauchi Feminist Internet School (BaFIS)
Date: 20th – 21st June, 2026 Venue: Pali Resort and Suites, Bauchi State The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) organized the 8th edition of the Bauchi Feminist Internet School (BaFIS) from 20th to 21st June 2026 in Bauchi State. The training brought together women, young leaders, civil society actors, students, and digital rights […]
CITAD, KSSSSMB Advance Collaboration to Expand Digital Learning Opportunities in Kano Schools
As part of its ongoing efforts to promote digital inclusion and improve access to technology-enabled education, the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has strengthened its partnership with the Kano State Senior Secondary Schools Management Board (KSSSSMB) to advance digital learning in secondary schools across Kano State. The renewed commitment was made during a […]
REPORT OF FEDIVERSE SENSITIZATION NTI ABUJA
What is the Project Name Fediverse / Mastodon Sensitisation What is the Location/Venue National Teachers’ Institute (NTI), Kubwa Study Centre, GSS Kubwa Phase 4, Abuja What is the Activity Title One-Day Sensitisation Session on the Fediverse and Mastodon for Students of National Teachers’ Institute, Kubwa Study Centre Which Date(s)/Duration was it conducted Saturday, 14th March […]
CITAD Strengthens Media Partnership with Democracy Radio to Promote Digital Inclusion and Responsible AI in Journalism
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has continued its efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s information ecosystem through strategic partnerships with media organizations. On February 17, 2026, CITAD paid a courtesy visit to the Democracy Radio Office in Abuja to explore collaboration on digital inclusion, combating misinformation, and promoting the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence […]
