Solution Digital Academy (SODIA) is a flagship digital skills and innovation
institution established by the Orumba South Local Government Council,
Umunze, Anambra State. Launched in 2026, the Academy was created to bridge
the digital divide by transforming rural youth into globally competitive technology professionals.
SODIA delivers intensive, certification-aligned training across high-demand technology fields including
Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Web Development, Python Programming, Ethical Hacking, Robotics,
and IT Essentials.
With a strong emphasis on practical learning, industry partnerships, and measurable employment outcomes,
SODIA serves as a rural-to-global digital talent pipeline, equipping young Nigerians with the skills,
certifications, and professional networks required to thrive in the global digital economy.
SODIA is built on values that guide learning, leadership, innovation, and professional development:
To establish Orumba South as a world-renowned rural-to-global digital talent hub, producing certified, ethical, and highly employable technology professionals who drive innovation and economic transformation across Nigeria and beyond.
To deliver rigorous, practical, and globally aligned digital training that translates into measurable employment, entrepreneurship, and SME digitization outcomes, while upholding the highest standards of governance, ethics, and accountability.
SODIA offers a 6-month intensive program designed to prepare students for real-world careers in technology and innovation.
Students also gain access to modern computing systems, cloud platforms, Cisco Packet Tracer, smart classrooms, collaborative
innovation spaces, and high-speed internet infrastructure supported by solar backup systems.
It follows a hybrid learning model that combines instructor-led sessions with hands-on labs, simulations, assessments,
and capstone projects, using modern industry tools to build practical, job-ready skills.
Training is delivered through specialized facilities including:
SODIA combines practical, industry-aligned training with globally recognized certification pathways, career development support, and hands-on learning designed to prepare students for real-world technology opportunities.
Yes. Graduates receive a SODIA Certificate of Completion alongside pathways to internationally recognized certifications including Cisco, CompTIA, Python Institute, and EC-Council certifications.
Training is delivered by certified instructors, industry practitioners, cybersecurity specialists, and guest lecturers with experience across technology and digital innovation sectors.
Yes. Students receive career coaching, resume development support, interview preparation, internship access, employment guidance, freelancing support, and alumni mentorship.
Graduates can pursue employment, freelancing, entrepreneurship, and advanced certification pathways within the global digital economy. SODIA also targets a 60-70% employment and freelancing placement rate within six months of graduation.
