Over 2.3 Million Children Enroll in Nigeria Learning Passport

UNICEF announced that over 2.3 million children in 25 states have enrolled in the Nigeria Learning Passport Programme, a digital education initiative launched in 2022. Mr. Juliet Chiluw, Chief Field Officer for UNICEF Enugu, emphasized the program's potential to leverage technology to reach underserved communities.

The initiative is a partnership involving the Federal Government of Nigeria, UNICEF, Microsoft, and the Global Partnership for Education, aimed at expanding access to quality learning opportunities. The launch event took place in Owerri, Imo State, where Senator Hope Uzodimma, the state governor, reaffirmed the government's commitment to digital transformation in education.

The program includes features such as zero-rated access for Airtel users, enabling children to learn online and offline. Dr. Chinw Adim Madumer from the Imo State Universal Basic Education Board highlighted that the Nigeria Learning Passport serves as a digital gateway for students, providing essential learning resources.