The Niger Delta Development Commission has flagged off the distribution of 45,000 U-Lesson educational tablets and software initiatives to primary and secondary schools in the Niger Delta region.

Speaking during the flag-off in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, the NDDC Consultant for the U-Lesson Group, Mr Sim Shagaya, stated that the distribution was in line with tech advancements.

Shagaya advised the students to optimise the use of the tablets to unlock their potential and shape their future.

Flagging off the distribution of the U-Lesson tablets, the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, said the event marked a significant milestone in the commission’s efforts to enhance the quality of education in the Niger Delta region.

Ogbuku, who was represented by the NDDC Director of Education, Health and Social Services, Dr George Uzonwanne, said the event underscored the unwavering commitment of the NDDC to the holistic development of the Niger Delta region.

He stated: “The distribution of these education tools is a testament to the Renewed Hope Agenda championed by the President and keyed into by the NDDC Board and Management.

“We are dedicated to fostering educational initiatives that promote literacy, numeracy, and lifelong learning, ensuring that Niger Delta youths can compete on an equal footing with their peers globally.

“These tablets represent our commitment to creating a conducive learning environment that fosters academic excellence, creativity, and innovation.

“With these U-Lesson tablets, our students will have a comfortable and dedicated space to learn, study, and grow. They will be able to engage in collaborative learning, share ideas, and build meaningful relationships with their peers.”

Ogbuku added that equipping schools with digital tools would empower students to master their materials and perform better in their tests and examinations.

“In addition to the distribution of these tablets, the NDDC has also employed the services of a consultant to train teachers in the use of U-Lesson tablets for effective use across the nine mandate states,” he added.