Airtel, UNICEF support more schools through ‘Re-imagine Education’ initiative



Education



By Funmilola Gboteku

Lagos, Sep. 26, 2023 (NAN) Airtel Africa and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) say they have added 109 schools to the list of beneficiaries of ‘Re-imagine Education Programme’ in Nigeria.





The Group Chief Executive Officer, Airtel Africa, Segun Ogunsanya, disclosed this during a joint visit with UNICEF to Oremeji Primary School, Ajegunle, Lagos, as part of the activities to assess the impact of the programme on the learning outcomes of the students.



He said that both organisations would continue to work hand-in-hand to expand the programme’s reach, bringing the benefits of technology-enabled education to more schools and communities across the country.





Speaking on the primary school, Ogunsanya said Airtel and UNICEF were delighted at the progress rate of the Re-imagine Education programme in Nigeria, describing the students’ enthusiasm and improved learning outcomes as proof to the effectiveness of the initiative.





“As a business, we have focused on education as a key area of our Corporate Social Responsibility, and this far-reaching partnership with UNICEF helps us to accelerate results.





“So far, we are pleased that this partnership which is aimed at advancing the education agenda on the continent through facilitating connectivity and online access is also driving change,” he said.







Also, the Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, Carl Cruz, noted that the visit to the school was a testament to Airtel’s commitment to ensuring the impact of the Re-Imagine Education project.





He said that the students’ enthusiasm and improved learning outcomes were proof of the efficacy of the initiative.



“Our commitment is the reason we have come as a full team, to pay a visit and be well acquainted with how much this project has impacted both the teachers and students of Oremeji Primary School, and we are delighted to see the tangible impact of the Re-imagine Education programme.







“At Airtel, education especially digital learning, forms a significant part of our sustainability agenda for Nigeria and Africa at large and we will stop at nothing to bridge the huge digital gap that currently exists in many primary schools across the country,” Cruz said.



Similarly, the UNICEF Chief of Lagos Field Office, Celine Lafoucriere, emphasised the importance of collaborative efforts to re-imagine education.



Lafoucriere said UNICEF was happy to join hands with Airtel in improving the digital learning landscape to create a brighter future for children and young people in Nigeria.







She noted that every child deserved an equal opportunity to learn and thrive, adding that both organisations would continue working together to provide innovative solutions that empower children to fulfill their potential.



“The visit provided an opportunity to evaluate the effectiveness of the digital tools and resources provided to the school as part of the programme.





“Teachers and pupils showcased how they have been utilising these resources to create engaging and interactive learning experiences, promoting critical thinking and creativity among students.





The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Airtel/UNICEF Re-imagine Education programme, which officially kicked off in Nigeria in December 2022, aims to transform education, leveraging the power of technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences for children across the country.



With a shared vision of empowering children through education, Airtel and UNICEF have been working together to provide innovative solutions that bridge the digital divide and create equal opportunities for all children. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)