The Gbenga Fawehinmi Foundation and technology company Decision Spaak have launched a strategic partnership aimed at expanding access to artificial intelligence (AI) education and digital skills training in underserved communities across Nigeria and Africa.
The initiative seeks to equip young people with the knowledge and competencies required to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven economy.
The collaboration, unveiled in Lagos, forms part of a broader effort to democratize access to AI education and bridge the digital skills gap among students and young people who have limited opportunities to engage with emerging technologies.
Through the programme, participants will receive training in artificial intelligence, data analytics, innovation, and other digital competencies designed to enhance their employability and entrepreneurial potential.
President and Chief Executive Officer of Decision Spaak, Philip Ade-Akanbi, said the company is pursuing an ambitious goal of training 10 million Africans in AI and digital skills.
He explained that the partnership represents the firm’s first major intervention at the secondary school level, expanding its reach beyond professionals, university students, and corporate employees.
According to Ade-Akanbi, introducing AI education to younger learners will help them develop critical technological skills early and prepare them for future opportunities in the digital economy.
He disclosed that the company has already reached more than 500,000 people through training programmes, media engagements, and educational initiatives across several African countries.
He also revealed the existence of a $50 million scholarship programme to support individuals who may be unable to afford specialized AI and business analytics training.
Board Member and Director of the Gbenga Fawehinmi Foundation, Gbenga Agboola, described artificial intelligence as a transformative tool capable of accelerating development and bridging knowledge gaps in disadvantaged communities.
He noted that the partnership aligns with the foundation’s longstanding commitment to youth empowerment, education, mentorship, and community development.
Head of Operations, Governance and Partnerships at the foundation, Joshua Aremu, said the initiative will begin with a pilot phase involving selected students before being expanded to larger groups.
He added that participants will gain access to learning resources, practical training, and performance assessments that will guide the programme’s future growth.
Stakeholders believe the initiative will contribute significantly to digital inclusion, youth empowerment, and the development of a skilled workforce capable of driving innovation and economic growth across underserved communities.
