About 350 public and private school teachers in Edo and Delta States were recently trained in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) under the Seplat teachers’ empowerment programme (STEP).
The training, held in collaboration with NNPC Limited, was geared towards equipping the teachers with skills to effectively deliver STEAM knowledge to the students.
Director, external affairs and sustainability, Chioma Afe, speaking at an education summit and graduation ceremony organised by Seplat JV and NNPCL, noted that education value chain played a crucial role in shaping the workforce and fostering economic development.
Afe pointed out that collective efforts were vital in building a skilled and productive work force.
Despite efforts to increase access to quality education, Afe noted that disparities in resources persist across different regions, particularly in secondary education.
“We want to address the challenges within the education value chain, especially in the areas where Seplat and NNPC operate, as well as across the nation. At the foundation of education value chain lies primary and secondary education, crucial for laying the groundwork for future learning. However, access to quality basic education, especially in rural areas, remains a challenge,” Afe said.
She noted that collaboration between the private sector, educational institutions and government is essential to improve the quality of teaching and learning outcomes.
Chief Operating Officer of Seplat JV, Mr Samson Ezugworie, lamented the state of the nation’s education system, and restated the organisation’s commitment to contribute to its development.
He said: “This shared drive among Seplat, senior partners and the state governments in the areas we operate, has been our driving force. ”
Edo State commissioner for education, Dr. Joan Ovaiwe, in his goodwill message, appreciated the firms for supporting teachers in Edo and Delta States.
