Digital Bridge Institute

19/08/2026

DBI, YEDC Strengthen Strategic Partnership to Advance Digital Skills and Electricity Sector Development

The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Yola Campus, has strengthened its engagement with the Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) following a strategic facility tour by a delegation from the electricity distribution company on Tuesday.

The visit was aimed at deepening the relationship between the two organisations and exploring opportunities for collaboration in training, digital skills development, technology-driven innovation and workforce capacity building.

The YEDC delegation was led by the company’s Head of Human Resources, Mr. Rotimi Arowolo, and included Miss Faizat Adenoyi of the Learning and Development Unit, Human Resources Department.

The visit, which followed an invitation from DBI Yola Campus, provided the YEDC team with an opportunity to assess the Institute’s facilities and engage its management on areas of mutual interest.

Discussions focused particularly on how YEDC could leverage DBI’s expertise and facilities for staff training and other operational capacity-building needs in the North-East and the wider Nigerian power sector.

Speaking during the engagement, Mr. Arowolo expressed YEDC’s interest in establishing a closer working relationship with DBI, noting the potential benefits of leveraging the Institute’s technical expertise and facilities to strengthen the capacity of the company’s workforce.

The delegation was received by the Head of DBI Yola Campus, Mr. Dashe Garba, alongside members of the campus management and staff.

Speaking on behalf of the President/Chief Executive Officer of DBI, Mr. David Daser, Garba welcomed the YEDC delegation and reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to partnerships that promote digital transformation, workforce development and national development.

As part of the visit, the YEDC team toured key facilities at the DBI Yola Campus, including ICT training laboratories, innovation hubs, digital learning spaces, the auditorium, hostel accommodation, clubhouse, workshops and canteen.

The visitors expressed appreciation for the quality of the infrastructure and the conducive learning environment at the campus. They noted that the facilities could play an important role in supporting the development of highly skilled and globally competitive ICT and digital professionals.

Garba conveyed the goodwill of the DBI President/CEO to the YEDC team and thanked Mr. Arowolo and his colleagues for the visit, describing the engagement as an important step towards building a stronger and more productive institutional relationship.

He further highlighted the potential of the partnership to enhance digital capacity, strengthen workforce development and promote the deployment of technology to improve service delivery within the power sector and other areas of the Nigerian economy.

The engagement underscores DBI Yola Campus’s commitment to building practical partnerships with key organisations and government institutions to advance digital skills development, innovation and technology adoption.

It also reinforces the Institute’s broader mandate of contributing to Nigeria’s digital economy by developing a skilled, technology-driven workforce capable of responding to emerging challenges and opportunities across critical sectors of the economy.

17/08/2026

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13/08/2026

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11/08/2026

Adopt AI to Solve Societal Problems, DBI Boss Urges Young Nigerians

From: Soji Fagbemi

The President and Chief Executive Officer of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Mr. David Daser, has called on young Nigerians to take advantage of the growing wave of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by developing innovative technology-driven solutions that address pressing societal challenges.

Daser made the call on Monday, August 10, 2026, while delivering a keynote address titled “Future Ready Mind: Artificial Intelligence, Digital Intelligence and Responsible Innovation” at the 2026 Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) held at the British Nigerian School, Prince and Princess Estate, Abuja.

The DBI President/CEO was represented at the event by the Institute’s Head of Learning and Development, Mr. Emeka Nzeih.

Addressing the gathering of young leaders, Daser encouraged Nigerian youths to cultivate digital intelligence alongside technical competence. He described digital intelligence as a broad combination of technical, cognitive, and social skills that enables individuals and organisations to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

"Digital intelligence encompasses not only the ability to use digital tools effectively, but also the capacity to understand, evaluate, and apply digital information in meaningful ways,” he said.

He noted that emerging technologies such as AI, Big Data, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are rapidly transforming global industries, making digital intelligence a critical driver of innovation, productivity, and inclusive economic growth.

Highlighting the enormous opportunities available in both domestic and international markets, Daser referenced successful Nigerian technology companies including Moniepoint, Interswitch, Andela, OPay, and Flutterwave.

According to him, these companies started as ideas designed to solve specific problems and have since grown into industry leaders.

He stressed that Nigeria’s large and vibrant youthful population represents a ready market for products and services that effectively address real-life challenges.

Daser added that young innovators who focus on solving problems through technology can achieve remarkable success.

While advocating rapid technological adoption, Daser emphasised that innovation must be guided by ethics and accountability.

"Digital intelligence is about navigating technology wisely; responsible innovation is about building and deploying technology ethically,” he stated, urging participants to see themselves as ethical innovators." Daser said.

He challenged the young leaders to evaluate every new application, idea, or digital content by asking five critical questions before release: Who benefits from this solution? Who could be harmed by it? Is it truthful? Is it fair? Would I be comfortable if my name were permanently attached to it?

Daser concluded by encouraging the participants to embrace responsible digital citizenship through greater cybersecurity awareness, online safety practices, and the maintenance of a positive digital footprint as they prepare for the future of technology.

The Rotary Youth Leadership Academy is an annual programme designed to equip young people with leadership, innovation, and civic responsibility skills for national development.

Event pictures: Lumi Kendrick.

05/08/2026

Catch them young: DBI begins 3-week AI Innovators Holiday Bootcamp

By: Soji Fagbemi

The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) has commenced a three-week training programme on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for children from Junior Secondary School (JSS) level and above.
The training, themed "AI Innovators Bootcamp: From AI User to AI Creator," is an intensive, hands-on AI learning experience being held at the DBI Headquarters, Utako, Abuja. It commenced on Monday, August 3, and will end on Friday, August 21.

The learning programme cuts across four powerful tracks. Track One covers AI Fundamentals, AI in Everyday Life, Generative AI, AI Opportunities, and AI Limitations. Track Two focuses on Prompt Engineering, AI Research, AI Images and Videos, and AI Presentations, while Track Three covers Chatbots, AI Apps, Automation, and AI Productivity. Track Four is dedicated to Responsible AI, Design Thinking, Team Innovation Challenge, and Capstone Project.

Speaking on the training programme, the Head of Unit, Business Development and Client Services (BDCS), DBI, Mrs. Judith Uzougbo, said the DBI Holiday ICT Bootcamp is an annual training programme specially designed for children who are desirous of equipping themselves with relevant and in-demand Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills.
She pointed out that AI has become an essential and transformative digital skill for education, employment, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

According to her, "The DBI AI Innovators Bootcamp will prepare the children and leaders of tomorrow not only on how to use AI tools, but also to become creators, innovators, and responsible digital citizens capable of solving real-world problems using AI."

She explained that learning will take place through interactive workshops, practical exercises, innovation challenges, and team projects. These activities will enable participants to explore Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, AI-powered creativity, Chatbots, Automation, Digital Productivity, and no-code AI application development, thereby helping them build an impressive portfolio of projects.

A unique highlight of the AI Innovators Bootcamp is a one-day field trip using the DTC Mobile Bus, which will provide participants with practical exposure to a mobile computer centre.

05/08/2026

05/08/2026

PHOTO SPEAKS:

DBI REPRESENTED ON NTA'S GOOD MORNING NIGERIA

Mr. Emeka Nzeih, the Head, Learning & Development (DBI), represented the President/CEO of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), David Daser, on the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) flagship programme, Good Morning Nigeria.

The engaging discussion focused on "Public Sector Reforms in the Digital Era," bringing together the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR), Dr. D.I Arabi, and other distinguished panelists to examine how digital transformation is reshaping governance, service delivery, and institutional efficiency in Nigeria.
DBI's participation underscored the Institute's unwavering commitment to advancing digital capacity development and supporting public sector innovation in line with Nigeria's digital transformation agenda.

03/08/2026

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30/07/2026

DBI, Cedar Seed Foundation Explore Partnership to Advance Digital Inclusion for Persons with Disabilities

By: Soji-Eze Fagbemi & Ilyas Maryam

The management of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) on Thursday received the leadership of the Cedar Seed Foundation on a courtesy visit at the Institute’s Headquarters, Abuja; to explore areas of collaboration aimed at promoting digital inclusion and online safety for persons with disabilities, particularly women and girls.

The President and Chief Executive Officer of DBI, Mr. David Daser, alongside the Head of Corporate Services, Mrs. Ngozi Nwoche, and the Head of Finance, Mr. Sunday Ikwulono, welcomed the delegation led by the Founder and Executive Director of the Cedar Seed Foundation, Mrs. Lois Auta.

Speaking during the visit, Mrs. Auta commended DBI for its commitment to advancing Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and creating opportunities for persons with disabilities.

She noted that the Foundation has consistently partnered with development organisations to provide ICT training and equip its members with digital and social media skills to advocate for disability inclusion.

Mrs. Auta explained that women with disabilities face “triple jeopardy” — first as women, second as persons with disabilities, and third through barriers such as exclusion, underrepresentation, institutional limitations, and inadequate medical and infrastructural support.

She also praised DBI for providing accessible facilities, including elevators, and appealed to the Institute to reserve training opportunities for persons with disabilities in areas such as digital technology, cybersecurity, and other digital skills.

According to her, such opportunities would enable beneficiaries to learn from the comfort of their homes, offices, or classrooms while becoming financially independent.

She further requested that DBI extend invitations to the Foundation whenever relevant training programmes are organised, thereby enabling the Foundation to mobilise its members. She added that both organisations could jointly engage development partners to expand opportunities and improve the lives of women and girls with disabilities.

The courtesy visit marked the beginning of discussions on a strategic partnership between DBI and the Cedar Seed Foundation aimed at bridging the digital rights gap and promoting inclusive access to digital skills and online safety for persons with disabilities.

Responding, the DBI President/CEO, Mr. David Daser, assured the delegation that the Institute would give due consideration to their requests and ensure greater inclusion of persons with disabilities in its future training programmes.

He also pledged to liaise with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and other relevant agencies to strengthen the proposed collaboration for the benefit of the Foundation and the wider community of persons with disabilities.

Mr. Daser further stated that DBI already maintains working relationships with organisations such as Sightsavers and GIZ, partnerships which, he noted, would be of immense benefit in advancing the proposed collaboration and expanding opportunities for persons with disabilities.

30/07/2026

ASUP seeks strategic partnership with DBI on digital skills training
By: Soji-Eze Fagbemi

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Federal Polytechnic N’yak, Shendam, Plateau State, on Thursday paid a strategic visit to the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Mr. David Daser, to explore areas of collaboration in digital skills acquisition and capacity development.

The ASUP delegation, led by its Chairman, Comrade Stephen Chinmuk, was received by the DBI President at the institute’s Corporate Headquarters in Utako, Abuja.

Speaking during the visit, Comrade Chinmuk said the purpose of the engagement was to explore opportunities for collaboration between ASUP and DBI in promoting digital capacity development for academic and non-academic staff of the institution.

He stated that the union was committed to strengthening teaching, research, and professional development through enhanced digital competencies.

“This initiative is aimed at equipping our academic staff with practical digital skills that will improve their effectiveness in teaching, research, innovation, and service delivery,” he said.

He further appealed for DBI’s support through technical assistance, resource persons, training facilities, sponsorship, and other forms of partnership that would help actualise the initiative.

“We therefore seek the support and collaboration of the Digital Bridge Institute through technical assistance, resource persons, training facilities, sponsorship, or any other form of partnership that will help make this initiative a reality,” Chinmuk added.

The ASUP Chairman expressed optimism that a partnership with DBI would significantly enhance the digital capacity of members of the union and contribute to the advancement of technology-driven education in Nigeria.

He also congratulated Mr. Daser on his appointment and commended his efforts toward transforming DBI and promoting digital education in the country.

In his response, Mr. Daser commended ASUP for its commitment to advancing polytechnic education through technology and digital innovation, particularly in Plateau State.

He noted that DBI remains Nigeria’s foremost centre of excellence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT), offering courses certified by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).