Governor Chukwuma Soludo is commitment to making technology accessible to every child in the state, regardless of their economic background or ethnicity.
Angel Network News (ANN) reports that Anambra State Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh made this declaration while delivering a paper titled “Creating the World of African Nations through Technology” at the Anambra Innovation Week 2024 symposium held at the International Conference Center (ICC), Awka.
Prof. Chuma-Udeh highlighted that Governor Soludo recognizes the transformative power of technology in driving national development. His administration is dedicated to equipping the younger generation with the necessary tools and knowledge to thrive in the digital age.
The Commissioner emphasized the governor’s vision to build a “digital tribe” of future technocrats, positioning Anambra as a hub for technological innovation both within Nigeria and across Africa.
“Technology is an inseparable part of our lives,” the Commissioner stated, citing examples like mobile phones, cars, and office projectors as evidence of its integration into daily life.
She stressed that technology shapes every facet of modern existence and must be embraced for progress.
However, Prof. Chuma-Udeh pointed out that Africa, including 46 of its countries, remains among the least developed regions technologically.
” Poverty is the primary barrier to technological advancement, as many Africans lack access to basic infrastructure and resources. Additionally, the mass migration of Africa’s brightest minds to more developed countries further hinders progress on the continent.
“The Soludo administration is taking deliberate steps to address these challenges through initiatives like capacity-building programs for youth, the Anambra Innovation Week 2024 Challenge, free education policies, and the transformation of schools into smart learning centers. These efforts aim to empower young people and establish Anambra as a leading technology hub for Nigeria and Africa.
“Governor Soludo firmly believes that leveraging technology is key to positioning Africa on the global stage”. Prof. Chuma-Udeh noted.
She urged every child in Anambra to seize the opportunities provided by the administration to become tech-savvy, emphasizing that digital literacy is vital for personal and societal growth.
“The future of Anambra and Africa at large depends on our ability to embrace technology,” she concluded.
