MTN Foundation visits Secondary Schools, donates 600 Tablets to students

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The Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has commended MTN Nigeria for donating 600 tablet computers to 12 secondary schools in the FCT. The donation is part of MTN’s initiative to boost digital education across the country.

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Mahmoud, represented by her Special Assistant on Technical Matters, Michael Bawa, described the initiative as a “timely and impactful investment” in the future of Nigerian students. “The provision of these tablets was more than technology distribution but a direct investment in the potential of children, digital inclusion, and national development,” she said. The minister added that the donation aligns perfectly with the “Renewed Hope Agenda” of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which prioritizes access to quality education and digital empowerment nationwide

The Mandate Secretary, FCT Education Secretariat, Dr. Danlami Hayyo, commended MTN for its commitment to bridging the digital divide. “This initiative will undoubtedly propel our schools to compete favourably with their global counterparts,” he said.

The Chairman of the MTN Board, Dr. Ernest Ndukwe, emphasized that the distribution of devices reflects the company’s shared commitment to education, innovation, and opportunity for every child, no matter where they live. “MTN believes that everyone deserves the benefits of a modern connected life,” he said. According to him, MTN Nigeria has procured for 4,600 digital learning tablets, being distributed to public secondary schools across the country.

The donation is a significant step towards promoting educational development in Nigeria and empowering the next generation of leaders with the digital skills they need to succeed.

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