The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy has concluded its first-of-its-kind Build-A-Thon initiative, which is aimed at introducing senior secondary school students to embedded systems and maker culture . The event which was held across three Nigerian cities – Owerri, Maiduguri, and Abeokuta, marked a significant step forward in the Federal Government's commitment to digital literacy and skill development .
Organised in partnership with the UK-based NGO Raspberry Pi Foundation and supported by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), the initiative aims to equip 1,500 students with skills needed to stimulate critical thinking and promote teamwork through dynamic technology collaboration. During the 4-day event which kicked-off on January 22, 2024, students engaged in hands-on learning experiences while learning skills such as the use of Raspberry Pi, embedded systems, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT
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