FCTA Integrates Technology Into Educational System

By: Sarah Odugbo & Eniola Folarin

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has commenced the process of integrating technology into its educational system.

Accordingly, it has officially launched the distribution of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) facilities to secondary schools across the Territory to serve as a bold and major step in the Administration’s commitment to integrating technology into education.

Welcoming guests to the launch, the Director/Secretary of the FCT Secondary Education Board, Dr. Sani Mohammed Ladan, said 850 computer tablets and 45 laptops will be distributed to 20 Public Senior Secondary Schools across the Six Area Councils of the FCT.

Ladan said that the project is a direct impact of the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the education sector.

The Director applauded the unwavering commitment of the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, as well as the efforts of the Mandate Secretary for Education, Dr. Danlami Hayyo, in making the project a reality.

He explained that each School will receive 42 computer tablets for students and two laptops for ICT teachers.

According to him, these resources will boost digital literacy, improve teaching methodologies, and ensure that students are equipped for the technology-driven world.

He assured that the facilities would be used effectively to contribute positively to academic performance in FCT schools as training for optimal use will commence immediately.

Ladan described the initiative as the first phase of a broader effort to modernize education and promote digital learning in FCT schools.

Also speaking at the occasion, the Permanent Secretary of the FCT Education Secretariat, Mrs. Joy Okeke, highlighted the transformative leadership driving the initiative.

She attributed its success to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’, which has been actively championed by the Minister of the FCT.

The President of the All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS), Alhahi Adam Bello Gupa expressed appreciation to the Minister for his outstanding commitment to the education sector.

He noted that the Administration of Wike has ushered in a new dawn with massive renovations and reconstructions of schools that has improved learning environment.

Gupa also commended the Secretary for Education and the Director/Secretary of the FCT Secondary Education Board for their tireless advocacy in securing resources to enhance teaching and learning.

He assured that ANCOPSS would closely monitor the ICT facilities to ensure their proper utilization, reaffirming their commitment to leveraging technology to improve academic performance and educational outcomes.

Abuja Digest reports that the highlight of the programme was the official distribution of ICT facilities, which has been powered by Solar Panels to beneficiary schools, a strategic step in enhancing digital learning and equipping students with essential technological skills to thrive in a modern digital world.