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2022 International Day of Education: Skool Media Makes Case for Transformative Education in Africa
In celebration of 2022 International Day of Education, Skool Media, world class education technology infrastructure company has urged stakeholders in education sector in Africa to commit to transforming the context and content of education in order to make it a tool for meaningful living; particularly as the world prepares to navigate the post Covid-19 era.
Alhaji Abubakar Isah inspecting Skool media’s state of arch technology experience centre for both teachers and students of Federal Science and Technical College (FSTC) Yaba
The first International Day of Education was observed four years ago by United Nation’s member states and other relevant bodies; and since then, it has become a special annual event.
The theme of the day this year is “Changing Course, Transforming Education” which is billed for Monday, 24 January, 2022.
The purpose of this theme is to strengthen and welcome the revival of education.
Skool Media in a statement released by Mr. Sola Oluwadare, head, Corporate Communications & Strategy, urged all stakeholders to put all hands on deck towards changing the course of education to make it a tool of transforming the society.
“It is of utmost importance that a transformed education will give birth to a transformed society.
“As a way of promoting this, we are working on a one-stop-shop application called “Exam Padi” that will address challenges students face in preparation for examination at this time and make it friendly to students.
“The fact remains that without a proper change in the context and content of education to reflect a preparation towards modern society, any other effort will be an exercise in futility.
“This app will therefore be a best-in-class teachers’ and technology solutions to provide Nigerian students with high-quality, affordable, and open education.
“This serves as a gap-bridging device that will fast track learning rate as the school calendar adjusts to normal. We also believe that it will enable Nigerian children to compete favourably with their counterparts all over the world. When education in Nigeria experiences transformation, the future is indeed secure for our nation.
“We believe that transformative education is the responsibility of the family, the school system, the society, and the government.
“African countries in particular need to work hard to ensure that education is placed in its prime position in the 21st century, particularly as the Covid-19 curve is flattened.
“At Skool Media, we will continue to maintain our commitment to promoting the course of education through collaboration with the education stakeholders in Nigeria to support ideas geared towards advancing education.
“Our Students Technology Experience Centres and Teachers Digital Learning Centres in most Federal Unity Colleges will continue to serve as avenues to acquire necessary digital skills for Nigerian teachers and students so that they can compete favourably with their counterparts globally”.
According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the physical recovery from this pandemic is that we are back at our work and are sound and healthy but mental recovery is only possible when our education is back on track which is the most vital thing to do.
Education in this regard is so important that we even require learning to avoid the contamination of viruses. The UN agency maintains that the 2022 theme stresses that education itself must be recovered, and its importance must be redressed for the large benefit of our generation.
Mr. Tim Akano, New Horizons Chief Executive Officer, took centre stage at the Nigerian Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA) annual end-of-year meeting on Thursday, December 18, 2025, recounting the company’s remarkable growth and reaffirming free IT training for journalists.
Tim Akano, New Horizons Chief Executive Officer, in a group photograph with NITRA Members
Speaking directly to IT media members at the company’s training facility in Lagos, Akano acknowledged the critical role journalists played in supporting New Horizons during its formative years two decades ago.
He detailed how the firm evolved from a handful of staff to one of Africa’s leading ICT skills training organisations, now employing about 500 staff across multiple training centres nationwide.
Akano Spotlights Youth Training, University Partnerships
Akano highlighted that New Horizons has trained over 500,000 youths, particularly tertiary institution students, equipping them with practical IT skills essential for Nigeria’s digital economy.
He announced recent partnerships with universities, including a new agreement with Afe Babalola University, to scale hands-on training programmes for students.
“This growth would not have been possible without the media’s support in documenting our journey,” Akano stated, pledging continued free IT skills training for media members to remain competitive in the evolving digital landscape.
Reciprocal Support Defines Long-Standing Partnership
The venue hosting the NITRA meeting underscored Akano’s generosity; NITRA Secretary Chidiebere Nwankwo secured the free facility after contacting him—a gesture consistent with New Horizons hosting multiple association events and training IT journalists since its inception 20 years ago.
Participants shared personal testimonies of Akano’s support, including veteran journalist Aaron Ukodie, whose daughter—an Accounting graduate from the University of Johannesburg—received NYSC placement and IT scholarship at New Horizons.
The Guardian’s Yemi Adeyemi recounted Akano accommodating his editor’s child for mandatory IT training after other firms declined.
Members praised Akano’s commitment to human capital development as evidence of deep appreciation for the media community that chronicled New Horizons’ success over two decades.
National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has launched the NIMC Pre-Enrolment Portal to revolutionise the National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment process, enabling applicants within Nigeria and in the Diaspora to capture biodata online prior to biometric verification at enrolment centres.
NIMC
Accessible via penrol.nimc.gov.ng, the platform allows users to fill enrolment forms, schedule appointments, upload supporting documents securely, and manage personal details directly, thereby slashing congestion, minimising wait times, boosting data accuracy and enhancing overall service efficiency at centres nationwide.
NIMC Director-General and CEO, Engr. (Dr) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, spearheaded the initiative as part of the Commission’s technology-driven strategy to fortify institutional performance, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda that emphasises digital transformation, efficient public service delivery and inclusive national development.
Dr Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications, highlighted key benefits including simplified biodata handling, confidential data protection through robust security measures, reduced physical centre visits and heightened operational effectiveness, urging all prospective enrollees to adopt the portal for a faster, citizen-friendly experience.[conversation_history]
The move underscores NIMC’s mandate under the NIMC Act No. 23 of 2007 to manage the National Identity Database, issue NINs and foster a reliable digital identity ecosystem vital for national planning, with users advised to complete pre-enrolment online before heading to selected centres for biometrics.
MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), a Pan-African film and television training institution, has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 intake.
MultiChoice
The fully funded programme is open to African graduates aspiring to become directors, filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers and storytellers.
According to MultiChoice, the nine-month accredited curriculum combines online learning with intensive in-person training, and is designed to balance theoretical knowledge with practical immersion.
MTF academies are located in Kenya, Nigeria and Zambia, and serve aspiring filmmakers from 14 African countries. Since its inception in 2018, the initiative has trained 296 filmmakers, with graduates producing more than 42 movies aired on DStv, GOtv and Showmax platforms.
Organisers said alumni of the programme have gone on to establish over 50 production companies, while many continue to work within the MultiChoice ecosystem.
Graduates have also won accolades at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, Kalasha Awards, Uganda Film Festival and Women in Film Awards.
Applications for the 2026 intake close on Feb. 27, 2026. Interested candidates can visit https://apo-opa.co/3XW53oE for programme requirements.
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