The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), in collaboration with three NGOs, has successfully concluded a 16-week STEM training programme focused on robotics for select secondary schools across four Niger Delta states.
The initiative, held in Warri, aims to bring advanced concepts in physics, mathematics, and computer science to life through hands-on learning.
The grand finale saw Ozolua Grammar School in Ologbo, Edo State, emerge victorious. Iwere Secondary School in Koko (Delta State) secured second place, followed by Nana Model College Warri in third. Participating schools included institutions across Rivers, Edo, Delta, and Bayelsa States.
Sponsored by NCDMB alongside Contego Servo, Odyssey Educational Foundation, and Phoenixgirls Tech Foundation, the programme carries the theme “Robotics for a Sustainable and Inclusive Skilled Economy.” NCDMB official Mr. Weyinmi Ebiyon praised the training’s role in enhancing educational quality, while Delta State Commissioner for Secondary Schools, Mrs. Rose Ezewu, commended both the board and resource providers and pledged state support for expanding STEM robotics education.
Dr. Elizabeth Jumoke Eterigho, CEO of Phoenixgirls Tech Foundation and consultant to NCDMB, described the programme as a gateway for students to explore complex STEM fields in tangible and engaging ways. She emphasized the importance of robotics in fostering innovation, experimentation, and critical thinking—skills vital for the 21st-century workforce. She also highlighted the programme’s inclusive approach, noting that “both boys and girls can thrive equally when given the right opportunities.” Looking forward, she urged participants to apply their newfound knowledge within their schools and communities to build a sustainable future.
The finale featured creative student innovations, such as fire alarms, a fire-fighting machine, and a smart traffic-light system designed to enhance safety for traffic officials.
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