NITDA Empowers 282 Children with Emerging Technology Skills
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has successfully equipped 282 young minds with cutting-edge technology knowledge, promoting digital inclusion across all age groups.
This educational initiative, known as NITDA’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Boot Camp for Kids (SB4KIDS), ran from August 21 to September 2, catering to children aged 8 to 16 years.SB4KIDS, an NITDA initiative, aspires to foster a passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) among youngsters while cultivating an early interest in digital and emerging technologies.
The National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR), an NITDA subsidiary, took the lead in organizing and executing this program.The comprehensive training program delved into diverse areas of ICT, including Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Coding, and Virtual Reality.
These sessions were designed to bolster digital inclusion and set the stage for a tech-savvy future.Mr. Kashifu Inuwa, the Director-General of NITDA, encouraged the children to explore the boundless opportunities in the digital realm.
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He emphasized that the digital world knows no limits and aimed to enhance their talents and creativity for the future.
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Inuwa also emphasized the importance of responsible internet use, advising the young participants to keep their parents informed about their online activities and use their newfound knowledge positively.
Parents were not left out of this guidance, as they were urged to monitor their children’s internet usage and ensure it remained a positive experience.
Mr. Garba Ya’u, the Director of NCAIR, urged the children to apply their newfound knowledge creatively.Two enthusiastic participants, Brown Zowe and Elizabeth Bassey, attested to the program’s effectiveness in enhancing their robotics and drone operation skills, expressing gratitude to NITDA for this valuable opportunity.
Awards were presented to recognize the outstanding achievements of deserving children who excelled during the training.
This initiative unfolded simultaneously across multiple locations, including Jigawa State in the North West, Port-Harcourt in the South South zone, and Abuja in the North Central region, furthering NITDA’s commitment to digital inclusivity and education.
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