ABUMET donates digital learning centre to Kano school

ABUMET, a glass and aluminium solutions company, has recently gifted a fully equipped digital learning centre to Race Course Model Primary School in Kano. This initiative provides approximately 600 pupils with access to computers and digital learning facilities, addressing the digital divide by exposing children to technology at an early age.

The company's gesture, part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme, comprises 24 desktop computers, a solar-powered electricity system, and new classroom furniture for students and teachers. During a visit to the school, ABUMET's general manager, Diemo Schillack, emphasized that technology could positively influence pupils' educational development and prepare them for future opportunities.

Schillack highlighted the necessity of early exposure to digital tools for building a solid foundation for students' education and careers. The school's headteacher, Salisu Alhassan, expressed gratitude to ABUMET, stating that the facilities would greatly enhance teaching and learning, particularly in digital literacy. Alhassan explained that the school has organized pupils into smaller groups to ensure everyone has an opportunity to use the computers, despite the large enrollment.

The programme aims not only to teach pupils how to use computers but also to help them understand how technology can support learning, problem-solving, and everyday activities. Pupils are already being introduced to applications like Microsoft Office and practical skills in writing, calculations, record-keeping, and information management.

Computer education is expected to advance from Primary Four to Primary Six, enabling students to progressively develop their digital skills before moving on to secondary school. Race Course Model Primary School, established in 1996, has 600 pupils spread across 14 classrooms, providing education from Early Childhood Care and Education (ECC) to Primary Six.

The school's newly installed solar-powered system will provide electricity for the digital learning centre, reducing disruptions caused by power shortages.