Kwara distributes 2,000 computers to public secondary schools

The Kwara State Government has initiated the distribution of approximately 2,000 computers to 70 public senior secondary schools across the state's 16 Local Government Areas. The initiative is part of the State Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Employment (AGILE) project under the Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development.

The primary aim of the project is to enhance digital literacy among teachers and students. In the initial phase of the programme, each beneficiary school will receive 25 devices. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, supported by his deputy Kayode Alabi, flagged off the distribution in Ilorin, the state capital, on Friday. He emphasized the significance of digital literacy in education and participation in the global economy, stating that the government is committed to integrating technology into education to improve learning outcomes.

The Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, highlighted that the AGILE project aims to boost girls' access to quality education and equip them with relevant digital skills. The distribution comprises 1,755 all-in-one desktop computers, 70 printers, 70 projectors, and 70 motorized projector screens.

Additionally, 10kVA solar power systems, internet connectivity, and CCTV cameras have been installed in each of the 70 beneficiary schools. Three teachers from each school were trained to use and support the technology. The State Coordinator of the Kwara AGILE project, Adeshina Azeez Salami, thanked the state government and other stakeholders for their support in the programme.