Emmanuel Ochayi
The Nigerian Government, through the Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, has joined forces with the UK-based Raspberry Pi Foundation to introduce Code Clubs across Nigeria.
Aimed at students aged 7 to 17, these extracurricular programming clubs are set to transform the educational landscape, fostering a new wave of digitally literate and innovative young minds.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelIn an official statement on Wednesday, the Ministry unveiled plans to kickstart Code Clubs in 17 knowledge exchange centers, with expansion strategies spanning all six geopolitical zones of Nigeria. The clubs, tailored to introduce participants to the world of coding and digital technology, will encourage creative problem-solving in their daily lives.
Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, reiterated the strategic importance of cultivating a knowledge pipeline represented by young minds.
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In his words, “Our journey towards positioning Nigeria as the go-to-market for technical knowledge cannot be achieved without creating a knowledge pipeline that is represented by these young, impressionable minds.”
As part of the partnership, the Raspberry Pi Foundation will provide comprehensive toolkits, support, and guidelines for educators and young learners. The Ministry will play a role in facilitating the establishment and operation of Code Clubs across the country through a collaborative model involving individuals, educational institutions, and organizations passionate about computing education.
Philip Colligan, CEO of the Raspberry Pi Foundation, expressed excitement about inspiring the next generation of digital makers, stating, “Code Clubs are a fantastic way to give young people the opportunity to get creative with computers and digital technologies, opening up a world of possibilities.”
The Code Clubs will offer diverse learning paths covering coding and technology-related subjects such as Introduction to Coding, Basic Concepts, Game Development, Web Development, Programming Languages, Algorithms and Problem Solving, Robotics and Electronics, and Project-Based Learning.
This partnership symbolizes a forward-thinking initiative by the Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy and the Raspberry Pi Foundation, preparing the younger generation of Nigeria for a digital and technologically advanced future.
Emmanuel Ochayi is a journalist. He is a graduate of the University of Lagos, School of first choice and the nations pride. Emmanuel is keen on exploring writing angles in different areas, including Business, climate change, politics, Education, and others.
