UNICEF urges FG to prioritise investment in edtech for youth devt

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The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has charged government and educational institutions in Nigeria to prioritise investments

The United Nations Children’s Fund has charged government and educational institutions in Nigeria to prioritise investments in technology. The UNICEF Country Representative in NigeriaThe United Nations Children’s Fund has charged government and educational institutions in Nigeria to prioritise investments in technology.

Munduate stressed the need to prepare youths for a rapidly changing world as torchbearers of sustainable development. In its bid to address the gap in education and job readiness among Nigerian youths, Munduate said the agency launched the Generation Unlimited initiative in 2018. She explained t.hat the initiative was aimed at strengthening their skills, expand learning opportunities, and prepare them for employment.

Another critical tool is the Nigerian Learning Passport , which provides distance learning opportunities for out-of-school adolescents. Highlighting the success stories of these initiatives, Munduate cited the case of Saru Ishaq Ibrahim from Sokoto, a member of the GenU youth action team, who has been a strong advocate of girl child education.Before flagging, please keep in mind that Disqus does not moderate communities.

A Neuro Rehabilitation Specialist, Dr Chibuike Mbamalu, has urged Nigerians to adopt healthy lifestyles to keep their minds active and protect their brains. Ecobank has unveiled the top 12 finalists in its Fintech Challenge semi-final event held in Lagos on Wednesday.

 

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