Ekiti Students Trained to Tackle Today’s Challenges – Governor Oyebanji
The Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has reaffirmed his government’s dedication to educational initiatives tailored to fulfill societal requirements and provide students with hands-on abilities necessary for tackling actual world issues.
Governor Oyebanji highlighted that his administration is strategically utilizing advanced technologies in education to assist students in cultivating crucial skills, critical thinking, and creativity, thereby empowering them to be effective problem solvers.
A statement released by the Special Adviser on Media for the Governor, Mr. Yinka Oyebode, on Sunday in Ado Ekiti, indicated that the governor expressed these comments when he met with a visiting delegation from South Korea, headed by Mr. Baik Ki-Hyun, who serves as the deputy country director of Koica.
The group visited the state to conduct a thorough examination of the Smart School Initiative.
Oyebanji expressed gratitude to the South Korean government for their collaboration, highlighting that his administration has invested heavily in education—covering not just basic skills like reading and arithmetic, but also broader human capital growth, with the aim of equipping citizens to succeed on a global scale.
The governor highlighted that the aim of his educational initiatives is to make sure that students graduating from Ekiti State are equipped to tackle current issues and play a role in fostering progress within both their state and nation.
We express gratitude to Koika for collaborating with UBEC, which resulted in the creation of smart schools in Ekiti State,” he stated. “Education forms the core of our economy. As one of the most knowledgeable states within the nation, we bear the responsibility to maintain this prominent status.
He went on, “When examining the six foundational principles of our governance, it becomes clear that investing in human capital stands as the third pillar. Upon taking office, we have consistently focused on this area with specific actions since we firmly hold that education serves as the cornerstone for progress and advancement. We recognize that there is no substitute for acquiring knowledge.”
Governor Oyebanji also stressed that his administration’s education strategy and policies are designed not only to address literacy and numeracy but also to respond to the evolving needs of society.
Previously, Baik Ki-Hyun, who leads the delegation, praised the governor for his dedication to enhancing education via cutting-edge policies.
He observed that Ekiti State has been notably prominent among the six states selected for the Smart School Project, initiated in 2021.
Ki-Hyun Baik commended the state government for its initiatives in the education sector, mentioning that the South Korean Government would be enthusiastic about supporting the next stage of the intervention through the Universal Basic Education Board.
Phase two is designed to boost the capabilities of current educational institutions and expand the initiative’s coverage into less-accessible and countryside regions.
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