The Kwara State Government has commenced the 2026 edition of the Kwara Coding and Digital Literacy Programme in schools across the state to teach students practical digital and technology skills. The programme, which has returned to the academic calendar, is designed to help young learners understand computers, coding, and other modern technology tools needed in today’s digital world.
Schools participating in the initiative recorded strong attendance and active classroom engagement as the programme resumed. Students began with lessons that strengthen their basic knowledge before moving into more advanced digital training later in the year.
The programme is coordinated by the Office of the Special Assistant to the Governor on Digital Innovation. Officials explained that the first phase of the 2026 rollout focuses on revising the previous curriculum to ensure students have a strong foundation in essential digital skills.
According to programme facilitators, the revision stage allows schools to review important areas such as computer operations, typing skills, programming basics, and online safety.
“This phase helps us assess students’ progress and ensure they fully understand the foundations before we introduce the more advanced modules for the 2026 curriculum,” one programme coordinator explained.
Education administrators across participating schools said students are already showing increased interest in technology-related subjects since the programme resumed.
“Many students are eager to learn coding and digital skills because they know these skills will help them in the future,” a school administrator said.
Officials also confirmed that the government is closely monitoring schools to ensure the programme is properly implemented across the state. Schools that have not yet integrated the initiative into their academic activities have been directed to adopt the digital literacy curriculum immediately.
The 2026 curriculum has also been expanded to include additional technical and soft skills that are currently in high demand in the technology sector.
“We are preparing students for a future where digital knowledge is essential. This programme is about giving young people the tools they need to succeed in a technology-driven world,” an official involved in the programme said.
