Be a Sponsor
DSP is a strategic Change Management Programme designed to prepare staff for the cultural and behavioral shifts required by digital transformation. Through innovative approaches, it drives awareness, builds enthusiasm, and fosters continuous upskilling as digital infrastructure is being deployed.
At the heart of DSP is DigiChallenge, a gamified platform that engages public servants through competitions, leaderboards, and interactive learning, strengthening the adoption of Enterprise Content Management (ECM), digital workflows, and paperless processes
Five (5) Major Events
The pilot of the DSP will run as five (5) major events between now and the end of the year, culminating in the official unveiling of the DigiChallenge Platform a sustainable hub for continuous learning, gaming, and competition.
Official Launch Event
- Introduction of DigiChallenge as a product under DSP.
- Vision setting, keynote speeches, and unveiling of first challenges.
Engagement Series 1
- First round of competitions and digital knowledge challenges (offline/physical).
- Opportunity for sponsors to provide branded challenge areas.
Engagement Series 2
- Broader set of competitions with more staff participation.
- Partner visibility in media and engagement materials.
Engagement Series 3
- Final series of competitions and engagement before awards.
- Build momentum ahead of platform unveiling.
Awards & Recognition Ceremony
- Celebration of winners and champions.
- Presentation of tech gadget prizes (strictly tech-based awards).
- Official unveiling of the DigiChallenge Platform – ensuring the product lives on beyond the events
Why you should Partner with us
We invite corporate partners and sponsors to support this transformation by powering different aspects of DigiChallenge and earning strong visibility, credibility, and alignment with digital innovation.
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Sustainability
& Legacy
The DSP is designed to grow beyond a one-off pilot. Our goal is to make the Engagement Series an annual ICT Programme within the Ministry of Police Affairs and its agencies, extend it to the Nigerian Police Force, and eventually replicate it across the wider public service. Alongside this, the DigiChallenge Platform provides a lasting digital hub, ensuring your sponsorship impact continues year after year.
We offer multiple categories of sponsorship to allow flexibility and alignment with each partner’s priorities:
Sponsorship Categories
Event Sponsorship
Fund/host one or more rollout events (Launch, Engagement Series, Awards). Recognition as “Official Event Sponsor”.
Venue & Infrastructure Sponsorship
Provision of event space, equipped halls, or technology-enabled venues with reliable internet and systems for hosting DigiChallenge competitions and workshops. Recognition as “Official Venue & Infrastructure Sponsor.”
Tech Gadgets Sponsorship (Awards & Prizes)
Laptops, tablets, smartphones, headsets, data bundles, internet credit, and other tech incentives. Recognition as “Official Awards & Prizes Sponsor”.
Training & Capacity Building Sponsorship (Awards & Scholarships)
Partner-led digital skills workshops & Trainings. Branding as “Official Training Sponsor”.
Internet & Connectivity Sponsorship
Data support for events and competitions. Branding as “Official Connectivity Sponsor”.
Workshops & Knowledge Series Sponsorship
Sponsor specialized sessions or expert talks. Recognition as “Official Knowledge Sponsor”.
Scholarships & Learning Support
Provide access to certification courses, Udemy/other platform scholarships, and digital literacy programs for staff. Recognition as “Official Learning Sponsor”.
DigiChallenge Platform Sponsorship
Support the rollout, activation, and sustainability of the DigiChallenge platform, developed in collaboration with our official technology provider. Sponsorship in this category covers platform build-out, activation, licensing, hosting, and integration to ensure seamless staff access, as well as ongoing maintenance and enhancements during the rollout year. Sponsors in this category will be recognized as “Official Platform Sponsor”, with branding on the platform interface, acknowledgment at all rollout events, and continued visibility each time the platform hosts competitions and awards.
Partnership Tiers
Sponsors may select their preferred category or combination of categories based on their products and strategic interest.
Platinum Sponsor
Supports multiple sponsorship categories (event + venue + gadgets + connectivity + training + platform)
Benefits
Lead sponsor recognition, top branding across all events, media coverage, speaking opportunities, VIP access at DSP events
Category Sponsor
Supports a single category (e.g., gadgets, internet, training, or platform)
Benefits
Recognition in that category, logo placement, and acknowledgment during relevant events
Support Sponsor
Provides smaller contributions or partial support for events (e.g., food and refreshments, devices, data bundles, training slots, venue add-ons, or platform support).
Benefits
Recognition during awards ceremony and on DSP digital platforms
Sponsorship Benefits
All Sponsors Will Enjoy- Prominent Brand Visibility – Logo display on all event materials, backdrops, banners, certificates, T-shirts, and digital media.
- Digital Presence – Recognition on the Ministry website, official DSP microsite, and across DSP social media channels.
- Media Exposure – Mention in press releases, interviews, newsletters, and other media coverage.
- Product Showcase Opportunities – Dedicated space to exhibit products, services, or technology during events.
- Direct Government Access – Opportunity to connect with senior government officials, civil servants, and decision-makers during DSP activities.
- Exclusive Speaking Slots – At key events (launch, awards), Platinum and Platform Sponsors may deliver remarks or host sessions.
- Platform Integration (Premium Visibility) – For Platform Sponsors: permanent logo placement on the DigiChallenge interface (dashboard, login screen, competition landing pages) throughout the rollout year.
- Category Recognition – Naming rights for sponsored elements, e.g. “Official Connectivity Sponsor,” “Official Venue Sponsor,” etc.
- VIP Access & Recognition – Priority seating, VIP networking access, and recognition on-stage during award presentations.
- Alignment with a National Change Programme – Positioning as a corporate leader directly enabling the Federal Government’s digital transformation agenda under FCSSIP (2021–2025).
- Legacy Branding – Continued recognition as part of the DigiChallenge story whenever the platform is showcased or expanded to other MDAs.
Final Thought
The Digitalization Sensitization Programme (DSP) and its flagship product, DigiChallenge, represent a strategic change management initiative designed to prepare the public service workforce for Nigeria’s digital future.
By sponsoring DSP, you are actively enabling the cultural shift that makes digitalization possible. Your brand will be visible at the frontline of this transformation, remembered as a partner that invested in building a digitally skilled, future-ready civil service.
This is more than sponsorship; it is an opportunity to leave a legacy of innovation, national alignment, and impact.
We invite you to take your place in shaping this transformation. Together, we can empower civil servants, strengthen digital adoption, and drive the Federal Government’s vision for a paperless, technology-driven Nigeria.
