Kwara Drops 2,000 Computers on Schools: Governor Says Future Belongs to Tech-Savvy Kids

Kwara State is putting its money where its mouth is. The government has kicked off the distribution of nearly 2,000 digital devices to 70 public senior secondary schools across all 16 local government areas. This is not just about handing out gadgets; this is about wiring our young minds for the global digital economy.

The move comes under the State Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Employment (AGILE) project, run by the Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development. Each beneficiary school gets 25 devices in this first phase. The message is clear: Kwara is not playing when it comes to digital literacy.

Governor AbdulRazaq: 'We Are Equipping Our Children to Compete'

Flagging off the distribution in Ilorin on Friday, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, represented by his deputy, Kayode Alabi, laid it down plain and simple. Digital literacy is no longer a luxury; it is the price of admission to the global economy.

“The future belongs to those who can leverage technology to solve problems, create opportunities, and contribute meaningfully to society. It is for this reason our administration continues to prioritise investments that improve learning outcomes and prepare our young people for the demands of a rapidly evolving world.”

He didn't mince words: “We are not merely distributing digital devices, we are equipping our children with the tools they need to compete and excel in an increasingly digital and knowledge-driven world.”

What's in the Box? Solar Power, Projectors, and More

Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, broke down the package. We are talking 1,755 all-in-one desktop computers, 70 printers, 70 projectors, and 70 motorised projector screens. But it doesn't stop there.

Each of the 70 schools also gets a 10kVA solar power system, internet connectivity, and CCTV cameras. That is what you call a complete package. Plus, three teachers from each school have already been trained to manage and support the tech. No abandoned projects here.

AGILE Project: More Than Just Machines

Olohungbebe stressed that the AGILE project is about upgrading girls' access to quality education and arming them with relevant skills. The equipment is meant to push technology into teaching and learning, helping students build digital, creative, and problem-solving skills.

“The Government of Kwara State recognises that digital literacy is now an essential component of quality education. Our children must not only have access to education; they must also acquire the digital skills necessary to thrive in today's digital world,” he said.

State Coordinator of the Kwara AGILE project, Adeshina Azeez Salami, gave a shout-out to the state government and all stakeholders for backing the programme. The event drew top brass, including the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, and the Commissioner for Youth Development, Shehu Ndanusa Usman.

Devices were handed over to schools like United Secondary School, Ilorin; Government Girls Day Secondary School, Oke-Suna; Government Day Secondary School, Tanke; and St Anthony Secondary School, Ilorin. This is phase one, and the government says the distribution will keep rolling. The mission is simple: no Kwara child gets left behind in the digital race.

Why This Matters for Kwara's Future

This is a bold statement of intent. By investing in digital infrastructure in schools, Kwara is betting on its youth. The message to the rest of Nigeria and the world is that we are ready to build a generation of creators, not just consumers. This is the kind of forward-thinking leadership that moves the continent forward.