Lagos Private School Owners, US Firm Sign $1bn MoU on AI Initiative
A U.S.-based multinational, Digital Learning Network (DLN), and the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) Lagos, signed a $1 billion Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday for the implementation of an AI-powered education initiative aimed at transforming learning for Nigerian students.
The initiative includes providing educational infrastructure, a one-laptop-per-learner program, and the integration of advanced technology in schools. It aims to enhance teacher training, improve learning outcomes, and equip students with the skills needed for a digital future.
Key Highlights of the Initiative
- One Laptop Per Learner: NAPPS Lagos President Alaka Yusuf described the initiative as a “game changer” that bridges traditional learning with modern, technology-driven education. He emphasized its role in fostering creativity, critical thinking, and global competitiveness among students.
- Fully Funded by Private Capital: DLN President and CEO, Thomas Larmena, explained that the project is entirely funded by private capital, with no cost to NAPPS, the government, or students. The $1 billion initiative will benefit over 5 million private school students in Lagos, offering AI-powered platforms, laptops, and digital literacy training.
- Economic Growth and Job Creation: The project is set to create 2,400 new jobs and 1,400 instructor positions. DLN also plans to establish local assembly facilities for laptops and affordable data access, leveraging partnerships with SpaceX, Starlink, and local telecom providers to ensure high-speed internet in schools.
- Nationwide Scalability: DLN is in talks with Lagos State to replicate the project nationwide, expanding its impact across Nigeria’s education sector.
The signing ceremony, held at the Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria Island, was attended by representatives of DLN and NAPPS, underscoring the collaborative effort behind the initiative.
DLN’s commitment to transforming Nigeria’s education sector is expected to improve the quality of learning, promote social inclusion, and drive economic development in line with global standards.
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