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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Federal Capital Territory Universal Basic Education Board (FCT UBEB) have teamed up to ignite a digital revolution in schools across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
This pioneering partnership will engage 24 talented students from six FCT schools in an intensive two-week training program focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI), coding, and robotics.
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As part of the third edition of the Reality House competition, a total of 54 participants—including three students and a teacher from each of the eight participating schools, plus a 12-person support team—will take part in this transformative initiative. The program, starting on Saturday, August 17, 2024, aims to nurture a new generation of tech-savvy problem solvers.
Students from JSS Tudun Fulani, JSS Narai Karu, JSS Karu, JSS Kubwa 1, JSS Abaji, JSS Kekeshi, JSS Dutse Alhaji 2, and JSS Pyakasa will compete in a reality TV-style contest, culminating in a head-to-head debate where they will showcase the skills they’ve acquired.
Initiative aligns with Renewed Hope Agenda
This initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which emphasizes industrialization, digitalization, creative arts, manufacturing, and innovation. It also supports NITDA’s goal of fostering digital literacy and creating a pipeline of tech talent, as outlined in its Strategic Action and Roadmap Plan (SRAP) 2.0, which targets 70% digital literacy by 2027.
“By equipping these young students with AI, coding, and robotics skills, we are investing in the future of Nigeria,” said NITDA Director-General Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi. “This collaboration with FCT UBEB is a significant step towards building a digitally empowered society.”
The program is designed not only to enhance students’ academic performance but also to instill critical life skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. Winners will receive cash prizes and ongoing mentorship from NITDA and FCT UBEB.
Previous editions of the Reality House competition have yielded impressive results, including increased school enrollment and a growing interest in ICT among both students and educators.
