The Digital Divide is Real
Many young Nigerians in cities like Offa have limited or no access to computers, internet, or structured digital education. Without these skills, they are shut out of modern employment and opportunity.
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Offa Digital Literacy Programme
Since 2022 · Community Digital Literacy Programme
Location
Offa, Kwara State, Nigeria
Running Since
2022 (Annual Programme)
Target Group
Ages 10–30
Programme Format
In-person, community-based
Cost to Participants
Free
Parent Programme
Community Digital Literacy
About the Programme
The Offa Digital Literacy Programme (ODLP) is Whiz Academy's flagship annual initiative, launched in 2022 in the city of Offa, Kwara State. It is the organisation's founding programme and serves as the living blueprint for digital education in underserved Nigerian communities. Each edition trains young people in foundational digital skills, equipping them for education, employment, and entrepreneurship in an increasingly digital world.
To ensure that every young person in Offa and beyond has access to the digital skills they need to participate fully in modern life, regardless of their economic background.
What Participants Learn
- Navigate computers, smartphones, and tablets with confidence
- Use the internet safely and productively for research and communication
- Create and manage documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
- Set up and use email and professional digital communication tools
- Understand cybersecurity, online privacy, and digital safety
- Access government, banking, and educational digital services
- Apply digital tools to everyday life, work, and small business
Why It Matters
A Blueprint for Expansion
Every lesson learned from ODLP directly shapes Whiz Academy's plans for future community programmes. It is our proof of concept, our research lab, and our most tangible act of service.
Community Rooted
ODLP is designed with and for the Offa community, not imposed on it. Local leaders, educators, and young people co-shape the curriculum and delivery each edition.
Programme Milestones
2022
ODLP Edition 1 launched, first cohort of young people trained in Offa.
2023
Programme expanded in scope, curriculum updated based on community feedback.
2024
ODLP edition run and established as the annual flagship initiative.
2025
Advanced modules introduced, deepening the programme curriculum and participant outcomes.
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