UNICEF and TECNO Expand Learning Passport to Boost Digital Education in Nigeria
The initiative continues to bridge education gaps in hard-to-reach areas of Nigeria by equipping learners with the tools and platforms needed to thrive in the digital age.
UNICEF Nigeria has announced significant progress in expanding access to digital education under the global Learning Passport programme, made possible through the support of TECNO Mobile . The initiative continues to bridge education gaps in hard-to-reach areas of Nigeria by equipping learners with the tools and platforms needed to thrive in the digital age.
In 2024, the programme recorded major milestones. It was expanded to Kwara and Osun states, extending its reach to more communities in need. Across Nigeria, 44,800 learners, including 20,967 girls, benefitted from the Learning Passport platform, which provides quality digital education resources. In Kano State alone, 4,354 learners — 1,978 of them girls — were enrolled, with an impressive 86 percent completion rate, underscoring both the relevance of the content and the commitment of the learners.
To sustain impact at the state level, UNICEF also trained 52 state technical teams, equipping them with the expertise required to support children’s digital learning in their respective regions.
The Learning Passport, a digital education platform developed in partnership with Microsoft and Cambridge University, is designed to provide continuous learning opportunities to children and youth, particularly in areas where access to quality education is limited. With its expansion now covering 21 states in Nigeria, the programme is contributing to the global vision of delivering inclusive, equitable, and quality education to every child.
UNICEF emphasized that while TECNO Mobile’s support has been instrumental in scaling up the initiative, the organization does not endorse any company, brand, product, or service. Instead, the partnership is focused solely on strengthening education access and ensuring that digital learning reaches the most vulnerable children.
The progress in Nigeria reflects UNICEF’s broader commitment to harnessing technology to close educational gaps and prepare children for the future. By combining community engagement, technical training, and digital platforms, the Learning Passport is helping to transform education delivery and outcomes across the country.
