MINISTRY TO EQUIP 1,500 STUDENTS FROM OWERRI, MAIDUGURI, ABEOKUTA WITH TECH SKILLS
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The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy is set to launch a Build-A-Thon programme for 1,500 secondary school students.
A statement claims that pupils from 150 schools spread over three locations, Owerri, Maiduguri, and Abeokuta will participate in the four-day event.
In addition, the Build-A-Thon, according to the organizers, is an ecosystem that provides a range of educational possibilities, such as technological laboratories, workshops, and DIY boxes, to help students develop their abilities.
The Nigerian Communications Commission and the Raspberry Pi Foundation, a UK-based NGO, are collaborating to host the event.
While speaking about the initiative, the Minister, Dr ‘Bosun Tijani, said, “We believe strongly that technology will play an important role in our growth as a nation; therefore, we are equipping the next generation with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the digital era.
“We are committed to raising more technologically aware adults, and only through initiatives such as this, where students learn in a structured environment, are we able to achieve that. We believe there are a lot of amazing minds in Nigeria who will do great things if given the opportunity, and that’s what we’re giving them—an opportunity.”
Furthermore, the organisers noted that outstanding teams in different locations and categories will be recognized. The ministry added that by equipping students with essential skills and exposing them to the world of maker culture, the programme aims to inspire them to become innovators and problem-solvers.
Commenting on the initiative earlier, Tijani noted, “Our journey towards positioning Nigeria as the go-to-market for technical knowledge cannot be achieved without creating a knowledge pipeline that is represented by these young, impressionable minds,”
Earlier in 2023, the ministry announced it was seeking educators, teachers, and enthusiasts in Maiduguri, Owerri, and Abeokuta for its Build-A-Thon initiative programme.
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