E-sports sector firm, EStars, has partnered Ecobank Nigeria to advance esports education and equip students with vital life skills. This marks a step in Ecobank’s dedication to empowering youths through education and technology.
Mags Byrne, chief executive of EStars, emphasised the transformative potential of this collaboration:
“Esports is more than just gaming; it’s a gateway to acquiring life skills in today’s digital world. With Ecobank’s extensive reach and focus on youth development, we aim to provide every student with opportunity to gain these skills through esports curriculum.”
Omoboye Odu, head of SMEs, Partnerships and Collaborations at Ecobank, praised the initiative as a great fit with the bank’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals.
She said it supports Ecobank’s mission to create opportunities for young Africans to excel in the digital age thereby creating the next generation of African leaders. By equipping students with the skills they need for future, we are contributing to Africa’s long-term economic and social development.”
The partnership will introduce the esports Club, a comprehensive educational initiative that will be rolled out in schools throughout Nigeria. This online platform offers educational games designed to develop crucial soft skills such as critical thinking, teamwork and leadership.
Developed by EStars’ team of industry experts and educators, the platform will leverage Ecobank’s extensive network to reach even the most remote areas of Nigeria and eventually other parts of Africa
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