The collaboration between Nigeria’s Access Bank, Intel and Chips, Bits & Bytes Limited has given children and teachers of Command Children’s School a reason to smile after donating e-education solutions for them.
This donation is part of efforts to increase e-learning capabilities and transform education in Nigerian institutions, beginning with Command Children’s School.
The Nigerian Manager of Intel, Olubunmi Ekundare said: “Intel’s unrelenting commitment to innovation and education empowers billions of people every day. We are pleased to be part of this initiative by providing the e-education solutions hence Intel will be training the first set of teachers at no cost. This platform allows teachers the opportunity to create a virtual classroom and assists to deliver lectures without hassle.”
Executive Director, Access Bank, Victor Etuokwu, also had this to say: “Access bank having recognized that access to information is no longer a luxury but a necessary tool for development and growth of future leaders, has collaborated with Chips, Bits & Bytes Limited and Intel Nigeria to provide e-education solutions at the most critical time.”
Etuokwu further explained that children do not have to be confined to physical spaces for effective learning and that with the increase in internet availability and affordable computer/mobile devices, students and teachers could enjoy qualitative education and interact more meaningfully with their peers.
CEO, Chips, Bits & Bytes, Tunji Ola said: “The e-learning solution is an integral part of Nigeria’s educational system and offers students a better education from the cradle. Technologically-advanced students will definitely contribute to growth and development of Nigerian economy, with the potential to improve military technology and telecommunications, media communications, and skilled ICT professionals who will be well-equipped to solve problems in Nigeria and other parts of the world.”
Spokesperson for Army Barracks, Yaba, Major Gen Sunday Adebayo said the military would continue to appreciate the gesture of the bank and the technology companies for the donation. The military believes that cutting-edge technology is what is most needed in our generation to improve educational standards among school children, Adebayo said.
