In a statement issued by the Federal Ministry of Education on Friday, the ministry announced the signing of a landmark agreement with ICEDT Consult Limited to implement the programme across all Federal Unity Colleges after a successful pilot phase in six schools representing the country’s six geopolitical zones.

The initiative, to be implemented through the ministry’s Education Support Services Department, is aimed at equipping teachers with practical AI and digital skills to improve lesson planning, classroom instruction, and the responsible use of artificial intelligence in teaching and learning.

Speaking at the signing of the Terms of Reference in Abuja, the Director of Education Support Services, Mr. Gabriel O. Amudipe, described the programme as a strategic investment in the future of education and teacher professionalism.

He called on stakeholders to ensure effective implementation, quality assurance, and close monitoring as the programme is rolled out nationwide.

According to the ministry, about 11,700 teachers are expected to benefit from the initiative, positioning them to adopt AI-powered teaching methods and enhance students’ learning experiences.

The government said the programme is part of its broader digital education strategy aimed at preparing learners with the technological and digital competencies required for the 21st-century economy.

The ministry added that the initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s commitment to modernising Nigeria’s education system through technology-driven, inclusive, and globally competitive learning under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

The commitment was made by the Honourable Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, during the 2026 Three-Day Retreat of the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) in Abuja, according to a statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, Mrs. Boriowo Folasade.

Professor Ahmad said quality teachers and strong institutions remain the foundation of national development, stressing that the administration is prioritising reforms aimed at improving education standards across the country.

She explained that the Renewed Hope Agenda and the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiative (NESRI) are driving key reforms focused on improving foundational learning, strengthening teacher quality, enhancing governance and accelerating digital transformation within the education sector.

The minister urged the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria to continue promoting professional standards, ethical practice and continuous professional development for teachers while embracing technology to improve communication, data management and service delivery.

She also called for stronger collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Education, the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria, the Nigeria Union of Teachers and other stakeholders to equip teachers with the digital skills needed for 21st-century education.

Professor Ahmad noted that enhancing teachers’ digital competencies would help prepare learners for the demands of a rapidly evolving global economy while improving the quality of teaching and learning in schools.

The Federal Ministry of Education reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that promote teacher professionalisation, institutional excellence and technology-driven service delivery.

The ministry added that investing in teachers remains central to building a globally competitive education system and achieving better learning outcomes for every Nigerian child.