By Abubakar Yunus
The Civil society Organisation,TechHer has trained over 300 students of University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and Coal City University, Emene, to strengthen the capacity of young people to navigate digital spaces safely.
The Signpost Project’s primary objective is to address the low participation of women and youth in elections and promote engagement in the 2023 elections and civic matters with the support of the MacArthur Foundation supports this initiative through the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID)
Speaking at the training,Dr Omeje, Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, said “We firmly believe that by equipping our students with these digital safety and social media advocacy skills, we are preparing them to become responsible and influential voices in a digital world
“Students must comprehend both the opportunities and challenges that accompany active participation in social media.”
In her closing remarks, Project Coordinator Achenyo Ochijenu emphasised the importance of utilising all digital platforms to passionately advocate for the Enugu of their dreams while ensuring their online safety.
“Over the years, we have witnessed the transformation of the lives of ordinary Nigerians through the power of social media, impacting individuals from politics to entertainment. Therefore, we must extend this transformative potential to Enugu and Nigeria, shaping the future we aspire to see.”
Speaking further, she noted that arming the next generation of leaders with these digital skills, TechHer is actively contributing to forming responsible and informed digital citizens capable of leveraging social media to effect positive societal change.
“The success of this training underscores TechHer’s unwavering commitment to nurturing digital literacy and digital safety among the youth.
“With a brighter, safer, and more enlightened online future on the horizon, the students of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and Coal City University are poised to make a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond.
