The Kwara State Government, through the Office of the Special Assistant on Digital Innovations, has announced the commencement of the 2026 Coding and Digital Literacy Programme across 16 local government areas of the state.
The announcement was obtained by Nigeria Startup News in a statement shared on Friday via the X handle of Kwara Digital Innovations.
According to the statement, the 2026 session is designed to consolidate the gains recorded in the previous edition, which culminated in the Kwara Futures Exhibition.
“The 2025 session received widespread acceptance and concluded with the Kwara Futures Exhibition, which showcased the outstanding innovation and technical proficiency of Kwara’s youth,” the statement read.
It added that the exhibition underscored the effectiveness of the government’s sustained investment in digital education and youth empowerment across the state.
To ensure a smooth transition into the new academic cycle, the government issued specific directives to participating institutions based on their level of progress in the programme.
“For schools that launched their programmes in 2025, they are to begin with a comprehensive revision of their assigned tracks, focusing on either Coding or Digital Literacy to solidify foundational knowledge,” the statement said.
It further directed that schools yet to introduce the subjects must immediately commence with the Digital Literacy curriculum.
“Schools that have not yet introduced these subjects are mandated to begin with the Digital Literacy curriculum immediately to ensure all students gain essential 21st-century skills,” it stated.
The government explained that the 2026 curriculum has been expanded to include a blend of high-demand technical and soft skills aimed at preparing students for the evolving global tech ecosystem.
“The comprehensive 2026 curriculum encompasses Web Development, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Python Programming, Innovative Thinking, Project Building, and Mentorship,” the statement noted.
“These courses are designed to provide a holistic learning experience that prepares students for the complexities of the modern tech landscape,” it added.
Available courses for the 2026 session include Web development, Python, Innovation Thinking, Mentorship, and AI.
The statement disclosed that the rollout of the programme has the full approval and backing of AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who has ensured that necessary provisions are in place for its success.
“The 2026 rollout comes with the full approval and support of His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON, who has ensured that every necessary provision is in place for the programme’s success,” it stated.
The initiative, according to the government, remains central to its broader vision of transforming Kwara into a leading digital hub by equipping young people with competitive global skills.
School administrators and representatives were urged to align strictly with the outlined guidelines to sustain the standards achieved in the previous session.
