Vice President Kashim Shettima stated that Nigeria could undergo significant transformation once children have the opportunity to unleash their imagination.
When The ExxonMobil Foundation, alongside PanAfricaCare and TechWomen, formally initiated the INSPIRE Project to enhance science and technology education in Nigeria, he made these remarks.
The initiative was unveiled at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja on Wednesday.
As stated by the organizers, the INSPIRE Project, which stands for Innovation, STEM, and Partnerships for Inclusive and Relevant Education, will be rolled out in 14 under-resourced public secondary schools located in six Nigerian states: Abia, Bauchi, Kaduna, Lagos, Rivers, along with the Federal Capital Territory.
This program seeks to revamp STEM education—encompassing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math—nationwide.
During the inauguration, four secondary schools within the Federal Capital Territory—Government Girls Science Secondary School Kuje, Government Secondary School Kuje, Junior Secondary School Zuba, and Junior Secondary School Sangwari Dutse—were presented with the initial set of INSPIREBoxes.
Shettima, who was represented by the Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on special assignments, Aliyu Umar Moddino, stated that this program aims to make Nigerian scientists and engineers significant contributors on the global stage.
He stated, “This program aims to ensure that Nigeria’s future scientists, engineers, and technology leaders aren’t merely observers in the global knowledge economy, but become significant participants.”
The Inspire Project is a courageous and intentional initiative aimed at igniting a lasting passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics within our students.
The vision is aligned with the approach of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who believes that investing in education represents the most lasting method for nation-building. By empowering our children to envision possibilities, we equip the country with the capability to undergo significant transformation.
The United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard M. Mills, Jr., stated that over the next 15 years, this program will turn numerous Nigerian women into global technology leaders.
Richard stated, “In the upcoming fifteen years, I look forward to seeing numerous individuals from this audience potentially becoming involved with TechWomen and benefiting from our partnership supported by the U.S. Embassy. This initiative supports rising female leaders in fields such as science, technology, and engineering throughout Africa and beyond. The program includes mentoring opportunities and collaborative efforts aimed at fostering mutual comprehension through these exchanges.”
The program not only enhances individuals’ professional abilities but also fosters cultural awareness. It motivates new generations and innovators irrespective of their gender.
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