The Federal Government and key education stakeholders have advocated enhanced career guidance and supportive mechanisms in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to empower secondary school students across the country.

 

Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, made this known at the STEM Africa Innovation Boot Camp organised by ExxonMobil Foundation and Junior Achievement Nigeria, the STEM Africa Initiative aimed at building students’ confidence and stimulate their long-term interest in STEM related careers.

 

The minister commended the ExxonMobil Foundation for its ongoing STEM initiative aimed at uplifting young Nigerians.

 

Represented by the Deputy Director of the Science and Technology Department, Olley Frank, the minister noted that the programme aligns seamlessly with President Bola Tinubu’s transformative agenda for promoting science education nationwide.

 

Executive Director of the ExxonMobil Affiliates Nigeria, Hazizi Hassan, reaffirmed the organisation’s dedication to supporting STEM education.

 

He stated that “The initiative is designed to develop the next generation of innovators, engineers, scientists, and leaders who will drive Nigeria’s future growth and development.”

 

Similarly, the General Manager of Socio-economics and Community Affairs for the foundation in Nigeria, Mr Nigel Cookey-Gam, stressed the critical role of STEM education in fostering economic growth and ensuring sustainable development in the 21st century.

 

Acting Executive Director of Junior Achievement Nigeria, Olaolu Akogun, described the initiative as “A celebration of consistency, partnership, innovation, and collective commitment to shaping the future of young Africans through STEM education.”