Oyo Govt Distributes 18,000 Tablets to Teachers

The Oyo State Government has distributed 18,000 tablet devices to teachers in public primary and secondary schools across the state. 

The initiative, sponsored by the World Bank and coordinated by the Better Education Service Delivery for All (BESDA) in collaboration with Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (OYSUBEB) and Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), aims to enhance teaching efficiency and learning outcomes.

During the symbolic presentation at the Emmanuel College, Samonda, Ibadan on Tuesday, Governor Seyi Makinde, who was represented by his Deputy, Barrister Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, described the gesture as a “bold step towards digitalizing education” in the state. 

He noted that the tablets, preloaded with teaching resources, academic materials, and e-learning tools, will enable teachers to deliver lessons more effectively.

“This is not just about giving out gadgets; it’s about equipping our teachers with modern tools to match global best practices in education. We are determined to raise the standard of teaching in Oyo State and ensure our children get the best learning experience possible,” the Governor said. 

The government however assured that public school teachers will undergo a compulsory four-week training across 16 training centers to equip them with the requisite knowledge and skills to efficiently operate the gadgets.

Teachers present at the event expressed appreciation to the state government, describing the move as a game-changer that will reduce the workload of manual lesson preparation while exposing both educators and students to digital learning skills.

The initiative is part of Oyo State’s broader education reform programme, which includes upgrading school infrastructure, training teachers, and introducing innovative learning solutions to prepare students for the demands of a technology-driven world.

The distribution ceremony marked a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to leverage technology to bridge learning gaps, boost academic performance, and make public schools more competitive.