The Caleb Danladi Foundation has commemorated the 2026 International Youth Day by equipping 45 young people in Ketti Community, Abuja, with essential digital literacy skills to bridge the technological divide.
The initiative, organised as part of the Foundation’s commitment to youth empowerment, focused on preparing participants for opportunities in education, entrepreneurship, employment, and the digital economy.
Speaking during the programme, Founder Caleb Danladi emphasised that investing in young people is critical to building resilient communities and securing Nigeria’s future.
“International Youth Day is a reminder that young people are not only leaders of tomorrow; they are important contributors to development today. Digital literacy is no longer a luxury. It is an essential skill for education, employment, entrepreneurship, and meaningful participation in the modern economy,” he stated.
Danladi explained that the Foundation deliberately selected Ketti to ensure that young people in underserved communities are not excluded from the opportunities created by technological advancement.
“Our goal is to bridge the digital divide by bringing knowledge and opportunities closer to the grassroots. We want these young people to see technology not just as something they consume, but as a tool they can use to learn, create, innovate, and build sustainable livelihoods,” he added.
He called on government, private organisations, development partners, and other stakeholders to increase investment in digital education and youth development, particularly at the grassroots level.
District Head Commends Initiative
The District Head of Ketti, HRH Mr. Alex J. Akata, commended the Foundation for bringing the training to the community, describing the initiative as timely and relevant to the needs of young people.
“We sincerely appreciate the Caleb Danladi Foundation for bringing this programme to Ketti. Our young people need opportunities like this to acquire knowledge and skills that will prepare them for the future. Digital literacy is essential, and we are pleased that the Foundation has chosen to take this important initiative to our community,” he said.
The District Head further called for sustained collaboration between the community, the Foundation, government agencies, and other development partners to provide more opportunities in digital literacy, STEM education, entrepreneurship, and skills development.
Beneficiaries Express Gratitude
The 45 beneficiaries expressed appreciation to the Foundation for bringing the training closer to them, describing the programme as an opportunity to acquire practical knowledge that could improve their educational and economic prospects.
The Caleb Danladi Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its digital literacy, STEM education, youth skills development, and leadership programmes to more communities across Nigeria.
The Ketti training forms part of the Foundation’s broader efforts to mark International Youth Day by promoting practical opportunities that empower young people to become productive citizens and active contributors to national development.