Rep. Daniel Ago (LP-Plateau) has expressed concern over the fatigue affecting the implementation of technological development policies in Nigeria. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the second edition of the free summer programme on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education with Robotics in Abuja, Ago highlighted the gaps and structural deficiencies hindering effective policy execution.
Ago emphasized the need for stronger partnerships with organizations like the Teen Ambassadors Foundation to boost technology development among teenagers. He also pointed to corruption as a significant obstacle to technological progress and stressed the importance of changing individual mindsets to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for youth technological advancement.
He noted the urgent need to teach teenagers skills in computer programming, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and robotics to prepare them for a future dominated by technology. Ago urged that Nigeria, known for its intelligence, should start educating children early to apply technology effectively.
Paul Adiwu, Director-General of Teen Ambassadors, echoed Ago’s sentiments, emphasizing the critical role of technology in today’s world. He promised that the foundation would support children’s technological pursuits, including providing scholarships for further studies in technology and software.
Over 40 children participated in the training, with young students like Nathaniel Erriom and Edna Atiku sharing their experiences of learning programming, AI, and computer use.