In a proactive step to ensure better learning outcomes, the Federal Government of Nigeria, has commenced a three-day Master Training Workshop.
The exercise, according to the Director, Press and Public Relations of the Federal Ministry of Education, Mr Boriowo Folasade, would strengthen Nigeria teachers’ professional development.
Folasade revealed in a statement made available to TPCN on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, that the teachers would be trained through mobile-based learning.
According to him, the training would reach no fewer than 2,000 teachers and school leaders nationwide, while placing special emphasis on empowering female educators.
The workshop was organised by the Federal Ministry of Education in partnership with the Government of Japan, UNESCO-IICBA, the Pan-African University (PAU) and Castalia Co. Ltd. under the Pan-African Virtual and Electronic University (PAVEU) Initiative.
Folasade said “the workshop equips master trainers with digital skills to improve access to continuous professional development.”
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In his address to participants, the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, described the initiative as a major milestone in advancing teacher quality, digital innovation and improved learning outcomes under the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiative (NESRI).
Ahmad who was represented by the Director of Colleges of Education, Dr. Uchenna Uba, revealed that participants will receive training in digital literacy, Artificial Intelligence in Education, gender-responsive pedagogy, mental health, learner-centred teaching and the GOKU Mobile Learning Platform.
According to him, “Japan is investing approximately US$1 million in the initiative, while partners presented 40 tablets and two edge computing devices to support nationwide implementation.”
The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging technology and strategic partnerships to deliver inclusive, equitable and quality education for every Nigerian child.
