A quiet yet powerful transformation is brewing in the classrooms of FCT schools.
Imagine students once confined to textbooks and blackboards, now entering a world where coding, robotics, and AI are as familiar as reading and math.
This is not just an upgrade in education—it’s a digital revolution.
Thanks to an innovative partnership between the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Federal Capital Territory Universal Basic Education Board (FCT UBEB), 24 of the brightest young minds are about to embark on a journey that will redefine their futures.
These students, hailing from schools like JSS Tudun Fulani and JSS Karu, are set to dive into a two-week training program that promises to transform their understanding of technology and its possibilities.
But this isn’t your typical classroom setup. This is the Reality House competition—a unique blend of education and entertainment where students, alongside their teachers, will immerse themselves in hands-on learning.
The stakes are high, and the rewards go beyond just cash prizes; they include mentorship, life skills, and the chance to be at the forefront of Nigeria’s digital future.
This program aligns with the larger vision of Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Agenda, spearheaded by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, aiming to fast-track the nation’s progress through digitalization and innovation.
NITDA’s mission to reach 70% digital literacy by 2027 underpins this initiative, making it more than just an educational program—it’s a cornerstone of Nigeria’s future.
Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, NITDA’s Director-General, sums it up: “By equipping these young students with AI, coding, and robotics skills, we are investing in the future of Nigeria.
This collaboration with FCT UBEB is a significant step towards building a digitally empowered society.”
As these students prepare to showcase their skills in a head-to-head debate at the end of the program, one thing is clear: this is more than just a competition—it’s a leap into the future.
Past editions have already sparked increased school enrollment and a surge in interest in ICT, and this edition promises to push those boundaries even further.
In the end, this partnership is about more than just education. It’s about giving young minds the tools to shape the future, ensuring they’re not just participants in the digital age, but leaders.
With NITDA and UBEB steering the ship, the digital revolution in FCT schools is well underway—and the impact will be felt for generations to come.
