By George Ozalla
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has hosted 185 female students in Abuja as part of activities marking the National Girls in ICT Programme, a move aimed at encouraging greater participation of young girls in technology and innovation.
The students were taken on an educational tour of the NCC Museum where they were exposed to the history and evolution of Nigeria’s telecommunications industry. The initiative provided the participants with firsthand knowledge of the country’s communication technology journey and the role innovation continues to play in national development.
The Commission said the programme was designed to inspire young girls to embrace careers in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), while equipping them with knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the digital economy.
NCC also commended the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, for his commitment to programmes that promote digital literacy, innovation and the empowerment of girls through technology.
According to the Commission, exposing young girls to the nation’s communications heritage and technological advancements is expected to stimulate their interest in innovation, creativity and problem-solving, while encouraging them to become active contributors to Nigeria’s digital future.
The programme forms part of broader efforts to advance digital inclusion and expand opportunities for girls in technology, amid growing collaboration between government and industry stakeholders to bridge the gender gap in the ICT sector.
The National Girls in ICT Programme is a global initiative aimed at encouraging girls to explore careers in technology and innovation while fostering greater female participation in the digital ecosystem.
