The Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), an initiative of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), will launch the USPF Impact Alliance, a coalition aimed at expanding inclusive education and digital access in Nigeria’s underserved communities.
With a long-standing mandate to bridge Nigeria’s digital divide, the USPF has invested in over 2,500 educational projects since 2007. These interventions have delivered more than 100,000 computers and custom connectivity solutions to schools nationwide, enabling remote learning, boosting school enrollment, and supporting computer-based testing in even the most rural areas.
The USPF Impact Alliance, launching Monday, May 26, 2025, in Lagos, will bring together key stakeholders from the private sector to co-create solutions that drive inclusive learning through technology.
“The USPF Impact Alliance will lead innovation for universal service and access funds, accelerate digital inclusion in Nigeria, and guarantee the sustainability of the Federal Government’s investment in digital infrastructure in unserved and underserved communities,” said USPF Secretary Yomi Arowosafe.
The Impact Alliance seeks to improve the sustainability of government investment in digital infrastructure, ensure optimal deployment of tech resources, and spark innovation at the intersection of education and connectivity. It also aims to accelerate Nigeria’s push toward inclusive digital literacy, ensuring that no community is left behind in the country’s technological transformation.
For millions of Nigerians in hard-to-reach communities, this initiative could mean more than just internet access and unlock new opportunities for learning, empowerment, and upward mobility.
