PRESS RELEASE
The Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST), Dr. Kingsley Udeh, SAN has commended officers of the Ministry who emerged as top performers in the 2025 Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Workforce Programme, describing their achievement as a proud milestone for the Ministry and a testament to its leadership in driving digital transformation across the Federal Civil Service.
The commendation follows the successful conclusion of the DL4ALL programme by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).
The award ceremony, held at the Obasanjo Hall, OHCSF, Abuja, celebrated 35 officers drawn from seven key Ministries who distinguished themselves as Champions and Highfliers after demonstrating exceptional digital proficiency.
Among the national honourees were five outstanding officers from the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST):
• Okoro Ikechukwu – DL4ALL Champion
• Nwakwue Nnamdi – DL4ALL Champion
• Oduola Lateef – DL4ALL Champion
• Emmanuel Damilola Aiku – Highflier
• Adekunle Ismaila – Highflier
The awardees were presented with laptops by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation in recognition of their exemplary performance and commitment to digital excellence.
Reacting to the recognition, the Honourable Minister applauded the officers for embodying the innovative spirit that defines the Ministry.
“I heartily congratulate our distinguished officers who have emerged as DL4ALL Champions and Highfliers. Your dedication, discipline, and pursuit of excellence reflect the core mandate of our Ministry to drive innovation and harness technology for national development.”
Dr. Udeh further emphasized that digital literacy is central to building an efficient and responsive public service.
“As a Ministry entrusted with advancing innovation, science, and technology in Nigeria, we must continue to lead from the front. These awards reinforce our commitment to building a future-ready workforce equipped with the digital skills required to transform governance and improve service delivery.”
The DL4ALL Workforce Programme remains a flagship initiative aimed at strengthening digital competencies across the Federal Civil Service, enhancing productivity, and aligning Nigeria’s public sector with global best practices.
The recognition of FMIST officers at the national level underscores the Ministry’s proactive engagement in capacity building and its strategic role in accelerating Nigeria’s transition to a knowledge-driven, technology-enabled economy.
Mrs. Pauline Sule,anipr
Head, Press and Public Relations
February 12, 2026