Lagos private schools owners, US firm sign $1bn MoU on AI initiative

A US-based multinational company, Digital Learning Network, and the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools Lagos, on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the implementation of the transformation of the artificial intelligence smart schools initiative for the average student in Nigeria.

The MoU will facilitate the provision of educational infrastructure, the launch of one laptop per learner, and the integration of technology in learning, enhancing the capacity of teachers and educational administrators and improving overall learning outcomes.

At the signing ceremony on Thursday in Lagos, the president of the NAPPS Lagos, Alaka Yusuf, said this signing of the agreement is to introduce a one-laptop-per-learner program, aiming to equip every child with the necessary tools for a digitally-driven future.

NAPPS Lagos president expressed that “we are not marking a milestone; we are ushering in a new era of learning and innovation for private schools across Lagos state. The world is rapidly evolving, and education must evolve with it. The one laptop per learner program is more just a vision; it’s a commitment to providing every child with the tools they need to thrive in a digital world.”

He described the signing of the agreement as a “game changer” initiative bridging the gap between traditional learning and 21st-century education. With a laptop in the hands of every learner, we are fostering creativity, critical thinking, and global competitiveness. It empowers not only our students but also our educators, enhancing teaching methodologies and outcomes.

According to Alaka, “As NAPPS Lagos’ state, we remain steadfast in our mission to ensure that private schools lead the way in academic excellence and innovation. This initiative is a testament to our dedication to preparing our children for a future driven by technology.”