Ado Local Government Launches Free Digital Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Training for Secondary School Students
Oche Administration Expands Investment in Digital Education Across Five Districts
September 25, 2026
The Ado Local Government Council has commenced a free digital skills acquisition and emerging technology training programme for secondary school students across the five districts of Ado Local Government Area of Benue State.
The initiative, known as the Ado Digital Future Initiative (ADFi), was launched under the administration of the Executive Chairman of Ado Local Government Council, Hon. Engr. Sunny Oche, as part of efforts to expose young people to practical digital skills and emerging technologies.
According to the council, the programme is designed to prepare students for the opportunities and challenges associated with an increasingly technology-driven world.
Training Areas
Participating students will receive practical, hands-on training in a range of digital and emerging technology areas, including:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Robotics
- Drone Technology
- Basic Computer Operations
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Content Creation
- Digital Skills
- Other emerging technologies
The initiative is intended to provide students with practical exposure that complements their formal education while potentially laying a foundation for further learning, entrepreneurship and future career development.
Government and School Approval
The Ado Local Government Council stated that the programme has been approved by the Benue State Ministry of Education, in line with the Ministry’s recent directive concerning educational programmes and initiatives.
School principals in the participating locations have also been engaged to secure the necessary institutional cooperation and informed consent for students to participate in the programme.
The training is being delivered across the five districts of Ado Local Government Area in an effort to provide broad geographical coverage and equitable access to the initiative.
Training Schedule
1. Igumale District
Venue: Igumale Community Secondary School
Date: September 23, 2026 — Flag-off
2. Utonkon District
Venue: Ufia Community Secondary School
Date: September 25, 2026
3. Agila District
Venue: Agila Community Secondary School, Apa-Agila
Date: September 28, 2026
4. Ijigban District
Venue: LGEA Primary School, Ijigban Centre 1
Date: September 29, 2026
5. Ulayi District
Venue: Government Secondary School, Ulayi
Date: September 30, 2026
Oche: Students Must Become Creators and Innovators
Speaking on the initiative, the Executive Chairman, Hon. Engr. Sunny Oche, said the local government recognises the increasing importance of technology and digital innovation in shaping the future of young people.
“As a Local Government administration, we recognise that the future of our young people will increasingly be shaped by technology, digital innovation and access to relevant skills. We therefore have a responsibility to ensure that our students in Ado are adequately exposed to these opportunities from an early stage.”
Oche further described the Ado Digital Future Initiative as part of his administration’s commitment to investing in young people and complementing efforts by the Benue State Government in the education sector.
“The Ado Digital Future Initiative is part of our commitment to investing in our young people and complementing the efforts of the Governor, Fr. Hyacinth Alia, PhD, in strengthening education and preparing our children for the future. We want our students to move beyond being consumers of technology to becoming creators, innovators and problem-solvers.”
Council Calls for Stakeholder Support
The chairman encouraged parents, teachers, community leaders and other stakeholders to support the programme by encouraging students to participate actively and take advantage of the training opportunities.
He emphasised that the initiative is intended to give students practical exposure that can complement classroom education and potentially serve as a foundation for continued learning, entrepreneurship and future career development.
The Ado Local Government Council consequently called on parents, community leaders, teachers, education stakeholders, youth organisations, technology enthusiasts, media practitioners and members of the public to support the initiative and contribute to efforts aimed at promoting digital literacy and innovation among young people in Ado.
The administration said it remains committed to initiatives designed to expand opportunities for residents of Ado Local Government Area and strengthen the foundation for a more digitally skilled and productive younger generation.
For Enquiries
Ado Digital Future Initiative (ADFi)
Phone: 08167268846
Email: adodigitalfutureinitiative@gmail.com
Signed:
Innocent Igelle, cLMiH, mPPSN, MCAI
Principal Private Secretary to the Chairman
Phone: 08065365371
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