NITDA, FCT UBEB Partner to Ignite Digital Revolution in Schools
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NITDA, FCT UBEB Partner to Ignite Digital Revolution in Schools
By Alabidun Shuaib AbdulRahman
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Federal Capital Territory Universal Basic Education Board (FCT UBEB) have embarked on a groundbreaking partnership to revolutionize the education sector in FCT schools.
The initiative, tagged “Reality House Competition,” aims to equip 24 students from six FCT schools with cutting-edge skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Coding, and Robotics.
The two-week intensive training program, set to commence on August 17, 2024, will culminate in a reality TV show-style competition, where participants will showcase their newly acquired skills in a head-to-head debate.
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NITDA Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, emphasized the significance of the partnership, stating, “By equipping these young students with AI, coding, and robotics skills, we are investing in the future of Nigeria.”
The program aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and NITDA’s Strategic Action and Roadmap Plan (SRAP) 2.0, which targets 70% digital literacy by 2027.
Winners will receive cash prizes and continued mentorship from NITDA and FCT UBEB, while the program is expected to enhance students’ academic performance and instill essential life skills.
Previous editions of the reality show have yielded impressive results, including increased school enrollment and a growing interest in ICT among students and educators.
