The Kwara State Government has partnered with One Innovation Hub Offa (ONEIH) on a free summer coding and digital literacy bootcamp for public school students.
This initiative, aimed at enhancing digital skills among the students, will run from August 5 to September 13, 2024.
Fully sponsored by the Kwara State Government, the programme is a collaborative effort between the offices of the Special Adviser on Education, Dr. Adetola Salau, and the Special Assistant on Digital Innovations, Mr. Kayode Ishola.
Mr. Kayode Ishola, the Special Assistant to the Governor on Digital Innovations visited Offa Grammar School (OGS) on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, one of the two centers for the programme in Kwara South.
During his visit, he highlighted the critical role One Innovation Hub Offa will play. “ONEIH will provide instructors, help the state government coordinate the center, monitor the evaluation from the participants, and undertake other supervisory roles,” Ishola stated.
The programme is designed to offer students hands-on experience in coding and digital literacy, equipping them with essential skills for the digital age.
Interested schools can register at designated centers across the state:
Kwara Central:
1. Queen Elizabeth School, Ilorin – 08035709593
2. GSS Afon – 08020643606
Kwara North:
1. Ansarul Islam Junior Secondary School, Gure – 08065622445
2. Etsu Maman Saba Junior Secondary School, Batapon – 09161589448
Kwara South:
1. GSS Omu Aran – 08038762061
2. Offa Grammar School, Offa – 08064136035
This initiative is part of the broader STEMUP Kwara initiative, which aims to foster digital education across the state. The bootcamp represents a significant step towards preparing Kwara State’s students for the future, ensuring they have the skills needed to thrive in a digital world.