Rep. O. K. Chinda’s 2nd Phase ICT Training Empowers Professionals in Obio/Akpor with Digital Skills
As part of his ongoing commitment to human capacity development and digital inclusion, Rep. Ogundu Kingsley Chinda, Member representing Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, launched the second phase of the ICT Training for Professionals in Obio/Akpor. The programme forms part of a broader constituency-wide digital empowerment initiative aimed at equipping residents with the knowledge and skills required to thrive in today’s technology-driven world.
The ICT training is one of several empowerment programmes championed by Rep. Chinda to bridge the digital divide and prepare constituents for opportunities in the modern digital economy. Designed for professionals, graduates, young people, and aspiring technology enthusiasts, the initiative focuses on building practical skills that improve employability, innovation, and economic self-reliance.
Building Digital Capacity in Obio/Akpor
The training programme covers a broad range of in-demand digital competencies, including digital literacy, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and the integration of ICT into professional practice. Specialized sessions have also been organized for professionals such as science teachers, enabling them to incorporate modern technology into teaching and learning while improving digital education across schools within the constituency.
This second phase builds on the success of previous ICT empowerment programmes and reinforces Rep. Chinda’s vision of creating a digitally empowered constituency capable of competing in an increasingly technology-driven global economy.
Part of a Wider Human Capacity Development Initiative
The ICT training programme complements several other constituency empowerment initiatives implemented across the 17 wards of Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency. These include vocational skills acquisition, agricultural support programmes, entrepreneurship development, mechanical and technical training, and other capacity-building initiatives designed to create sustainable economic opportunities for residents.
By combining digital skills development with vocational and entrepreneurial empowerment, the programme provides participants with practical tools needed to improve their careers, start businesses, and contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic development of Rivers State.
Programme Objectives
The primary objectives of the Rep. O. K. Chinda ICT Training Programme include:
- Equipping professionals, graduates, and young people with relevant digital and technology-driven skills.
- Promoting digital literacy, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence competencies.
- Enhancing ICT integration across professional sectors, including education.
- Bridging the digital divide within Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency.
- Encouraging innovation, entrepreneurship, and self-reliance through technology.
- Preparing participants to compete effectively in the global digital economy.
Advancing a Digital Future for Obio/Akpor
The second phase of the ICT Training Programme reflects Rep. Ogundu Kingsley Chinda’s continued investment in education, innovation, and human capital development. By providing access to modern digital training and emerging technologies, the initiative empowers constituents with the skills needed to succeed in an increasingly digital world while positioning Obio/Akpor as a constituency committed to innovation, economic growth, and sustainable development.