The Lagos State Government has officially announced the commencement of the “Accelerated Digital Literacy Training Certification Programme” for public servants.
Dr. (Mrs.) Olubusola Ajibola Abidakun, the permanent secretary, Ministry of Establishment and Training, disclosed this at the opening ceremony which kicked off this week at the Public Service Staff Development Centre (PSSDC) with the first batch of participants.
“This strategic initiative, organised in collaboration with Messrs Potenergy Limited, is designed to empower 1,000 public servants across all cadres and Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) with essential 21st-century digital competencies” Abidakun said.
Furthermore, Dr. Abidakun emphasised that the workshop is a direct response to the Ministry’s mandate on capacity development.
She noted that the programme focuses on IC3 Certification and META Associate Level Certification, ensuring that the state’s workforce is not only digitally literate but also globally competitive.
The Perm Sec. further added that the training is scheduled to take place at the Public Service Staff Development Centre (PSSDC), Magodo, and will be conducted in four intensive batches beginning from Monday, 27th April to Thursday, 21st May 2026.
The Director of Training, Mrs. Modupe Animashaun, highlighted the meticulous planning behind the four-batch structure, noting that each group will undergo four days of rigorous hands-on instruction.
She further explained that the curriculum has been carefully tailored to address the digital gaps within the service, moving beyond basic computer usage to professional-grade digital literacy that supports the state’s drive for a more technology-driven administrative framework.
Mrs. Animashaun further explained that the inclusion of the META Associate Level Certification is a landmark addition to the state’s training portfolio.
She stated that by equipping 1,000 officers with these specific credentials, the Ministry is building a critical mass of digital champions who will lead the digital transformation within their respective MDAs, ultimately enhancing service delivery for the citizens of Lagos State.
Mr. Udebuana Oscar, head of Learning and Development at Potenergy Limited, remarked that the partnership with the Lagos State Government represents a significant milestone in bridging the digital divide within the public sector.
He noted that Potenergy is committed to delivering a world-class learning experience that combines theoretical knowledge with practical IC3 standards, ensuring that every participant leaves the programme with the skills necessary to navigate and excel in the modern digital economy.
