CrispNG, Lapai Innovation Lab partner to bridge digital divide in rural areas

Crisp Nigeria and Lapai Innovation Lab have partnered to promote youth development and empowerment in Nigeria. The organisations emphasized the necessity of this collaboration to enhance their impact in the country.

Aliyu Kure, founder of Lapai Innovation Lab, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “As an organization committed to bringing positive change through innovation, we believe a partnership with a media organization like Crisp Nigeria is the right way to go.”

Blessing Chukwuneke, journalist and communication strategist at CrispNG, said highlighted the alignment of their mission with Lapai Innovation Lab, noting that Crisp Nigeria’s dedication to social rebirth complements Lapai’s efforts to bridge the digital divide in rural communities.

She stated, “This partnership is important because CrispNG’s dedication to social rebirth aligns with the vision of Lapai Innovation Lab, which is committed to bridging the digital divide in rural communities as a means of fostering social rebirth.”

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Lapai Innovation Lab was founded with the mission to bridge the digital divide in rural communities, inspired by Kure’s experiences growing up in an area with limited access to technology and digital education. The lab aims to empower individuals with the necessary digital skills to thrive in the modern age.

In an interview, Kure stated that by establishing Lapai Innovation Lab and Lapai TV in the Lapai community, he aims to harness the potential there and bridge the digital divide. He mentioned that Lapai’s supportive community spirit and willingness to embrace innovation have been instrumental to the success of the NGO.

Some of the projects implemented by Lapai Innovation Lab include an online digital television network (Lapai TV), which is now one of Niger State’s most trusted news platforms, and online marketing platforms for promoting local products and services in the Lapai Local Government Area of Niger.

The NGO has also conducted digital literacy workshops and built security platforms to tackle crimes such as rape, gender-based violence, theft, and drug peddling.

Additionally, they have developed online learning platforms tailored for rural users. These initiatives have significantly impacted the communities by providing access to education, enhancing employability, improving security, and fostering entrepreneurship.