Minister Urges Use of Digital Platforms to Enhance Education

On Tuesday in Abuja, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, called on State Universal Basic Education Boards (SUBEB) and stakeholders in the education sector to maximize the Federal Ministry of Education's digital learning platforms to improve learning outcomes nationwide. During a roundtable convened by the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Alausa lamented that schools across various states have not fully utilized the ministry's digital educational resources, warning that this situation undermines efforts to enhance learning outcomes.

He identified available platforms such as Nigeria Learning Passport and e-learning management systems, which can support classroom instruction without replacing teachers. Alausa stressed the urgent need for Nigeria to adopt technology-driven education to reverse the high levels of learning poverty, noting that currently, one in ten children cannot read or understand appropriate texts.

He called on SUBEB chairmen to prioritize digital learning and emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships to implement educational technology initiatives effectively.