The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has won the prestigious 2025 World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prize for its Digital Awareness Programme under Category C3 (Access to Information and Knowledge).
The initiative, which provides ICT resources and internet connectivity to secondary schools across Nigeria, emerged as the top-voted project in its category.
Since its launch in 2006, DAP has benefited over 300 schools nationwide, enhancing digital learning and research.
In his acceptance speech, Dr. Wada Maida expressed gratitude to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and WSIS for acknowledging Nigeria’s strides in digital inclusion. “This award reinforces our commitment to bridging the digital divide and advancing national development.”
Meanwhile four other Nigerian projects: Women Techsters, ADEPTI, Telecom-Based Research Grant Initiative, and Digital Learning Initiative were recognized in the Champions Category, underscoring Nigeria’s growing influence in global ICT innovation.
The WSIS Prizes celebrate initiatives leveraging technology to drive sustainable development, aligning with the UN’s vision of an inclusive digital future.
