The Federal Government has extended the application deadline for the National Digital Economy Research Clusters under Project BRIDGE from April 13 to April 27, 2026.
The update was disclosed by Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, in a statement on X.
The digital economy research valued at N12 billion was first announced in November 2025 as part of the Federal Government’s plan to strengthen Nigeria’s position in the global digital landscape.
According to Tijani, the extension follows strong interest from institutions nationwide, reflecting growing engagement with the government’s push to strengthen research-driven digital transformation.
He urged universities and research institutions to take advantage of the extended window to submit their expressions of interest.
He also encouraged Vice-Chancellors, research leaders, and academic institutions across the country to review the programme’s terms and submit proposals through the official application portal.
The programme is designed to support ideas and research that will shape Nigeria’s digital future, noting that investments in knowledge and innovation remain critical to building a resilient economy.
