By Chinaza Osigwe
The Anambra State Government has launched the Smart Learn Anambra initiative in 22 pilot schools across the state, marking a significant stride in the digital transformation of the education sector.
The initiative, which aligns with Governor Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s vision of a tech-driven future, aims to equip students and teachers with cutting-edge digital tools and e-learning platforms, thereby enhancing the teaching and learning experience in classrooms.
Designed to promote digital literacy and bridge the digital divide, Smart Learn Anambra seeks to ensure that students, regardless of their location or background, have equal access to modern learning opportunities. By integrating technology into the classroom, the program also aims to prepare learners for careers in science, technology, and digital innovation.
Each of the 22 pilot schools will be provided with state-of-the-art learning infrastructure, including interactive content and virtual learning environments tailored to 21st-century educational standards.
The 22 pilot schools include:
- Girls’ Secondary School, Igboukwu
- Urban Girls Secondary School, Fegge, Onitsha
- Igwebuike Grammar School, Awka
- Community High School, Nanka
- Community Secondary School, Isuofia
- Government Technical College, Ihiala
- Comprehensive Secondary School, Okpoko
- Amikwe Secondary School, Omor
- Community Secondary School, Amansea
- Community High School, Nawfia
- Union Secondary School, Obosi
- Girls Secondary School, Ojoto
- Nnewi High School
- Cave City Secondary School, Ogbunike
- Ado Girls School, Onitsha
- Ide Secondary School, Enugwu-Ukwu
- Flora Azikiwe Model Secondary School, Neni
- Justice Chinwuba Memorial School, Aguleri
- Community Secondary School, Oraifite
- Community Secondary School, Umunachi
- Union Secondary School, Amichi
- Uga Boys Secondary School, Uga
The launch of Smart Learn Anambra underscores the Soludo administration’s commitment to prioritizing education and technology as foundational pillars of sustainable development.
With the pilot phase now underway, the state government has expressed optimism about expanding the program to reach more schools in the near future.
