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
ActionAid Nigeria Board Witnesses Community-Led Change in Kaida Sabo
There is no better way to measure the impact of a development programme than hearing directly from the people whose lives it has touched. That was the experience of the ActionAid Nigeria Board and General Assembly when they visited Kaida Sabo Community in Gwagwalada Area Council on July 17, 2026, to assess the progress of the
CITAD Refreshes Digital Skills for Kaida Sabo Community Members
For residents of Kaida Sabo Community in Gwagwalada Area Council, Abuja, the ICT Centre continues to serve as a gateway to digital opportunities. To help community members strengthen and retain the skills they had previously acquired, the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), with support from ActionAid Nigeria through the Partnership and Local Rights
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 A THREE-DAY COMMUNITY ENTRY ON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCURE COMMUNITY PROTECTION INITIATIVE (TICPI), July 7-9, 2026
INTRODUCTION and rationale for the entry: The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) embarked on a “piloted” programme to create awareness on the need to protect critical National information Infrastructure (CNII) by initiating community entry into seven (pilot) communities. The communities are Rano and Ajingi in Kano state, Kudai, Madobi and Kiyawa from Jigawa,
CITAD Explores the Future of AI in Higher Education at Sixth Digital Tech Policy Forum
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) convened the sixth edition of its Digital Tech Policy Forum on July 16, 2026, bringing together academics, researchers, students, civil society actors, and technology enthusiasts to examine the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in Nigeria’s higher education sector. Held at the Bjorn Beckman Hall, CITAD, the
CITAD Mobilizes Communities to Protect Nigeria’s Telecommunications Infrastructure
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) conducted a three-day community engagement exercise across seven pilot communities in Kano, Jigawa, and Bauchi states under its Telecommunications Infrastructure Community Protection Initiative (TICPI). The exercise sought to strengthen community participation in safeguarding Nigeria’s Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) through collaboration among traditional institutions, community
Former APCON Registrar Alhaji Garba Bello Kankarofi Inspires Young People at CITAD’s June ILERIS Session
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) hosted the June edition of its Inspiring Leadership Reflection Interactive Series (ILERIS) on 23 June 2026 at the Bjorn Beckman Hall, CITAD Office, beginning at 10:00 a.m. The event brought together 40 participants for an engaging session on leadership, personal growth, and career development. The programme
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
REPORT OF THE 5TH DIGITAL TECH POLICY FORUM
Theme: Assessing Nigeria’s Position in the 2025 Network Readiness Index (NRI) Date: 6 May 2026 Venue: Prof. Bjorn Beckman Hall Time: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM Organized by: Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) Introduction The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) convened the 5th Digital Tech Policy Forum to critically examine Nigeria’s