The Ebonyi State Government has intensified efforts to modernise the education sector through the introduction of digital learning facilities, including CCTV cameras, computers and internet connectivity in schools.The Commissioner for Education, Primary and Secondary Education, Amb Dr Donatus Chukwuma Ilang, disclosed this while receiving a delegation from Huawei in collaboration with Smart Brain School at his office in Block 4, Centenary City, Abakaliki.Speaking during the meeting, the commissioner commended Governor Rt Hon Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru for prioritising education and investing heavily in infrastructure across the state.He stated that the administration had embarked on the construction of 21 classroom blocks across the 13 local government areas to strengthen the learning environment and improve standards in public schools.According to him, most of the projects are nearing completion and will further enhance access to quality education in the state.Representatives of Huawei and Smart Brain School said their visit was aimed at supporting the state government’s drive to align the education sector with global digital standards.The team leader, Amaka, alongside Mr Israel Ojobe of Smart Brain School, said several technology driven packages would be introduced to improve teaching and learning in schools across the state.Ojobe explained that the team toured schools in the three senatorial zones to assess facilities and identify areas where modern digital equipment and infrastructure could be installed.He noted that the initiative would help position schools in Ebonyi to compete favourably in a technology driven world and improve digital literacy among students. Among the schools visited were; ICT University Oferekpe, in Izzi Local government Area, Girls High school, Azuiyiokwu, and Kpakpaji High school.In the Team were Mr Martins Nwagu, Mrs Celestina Ogbonna, Igwe Emmanuel Obinna and Engr. Victor Agwara Okoro as well Samuel from HUAWEI Technologies.
Source: Emmanuel Obinna Igwe
