Education
Entries Open for QuickLearning Mathematics Contest

By Modupe Gbadeyanka
Students who want to test their Mathematics prowess can begin to register for the QuickLearning Mathematics Contest (QLMC) Nigeria.
The organisers said intending participants have till Sunday, July 4, 2021, to enter the competition and entry into the competition is absolutely free with over N3 million cash prizes will be won.
QLMC Nigeria is open to JSS3 students attending full-time secondary education in both public and private schools in Nigeria and registration for the competition, which are in two stages: Stage One is the Qualifying Online Examination and Stage Two the TV Quiz Show, is going online at www.mathematics.quicklearning.africa
It was disclosed that for the 2020/21 maiden season of QLMC Nigeria, each school is allowed to register a minimum of five or a maximum of 20 of their best JSS3 math students, irrespective of their gender, religion, or state of origin, to write the online qualifying examination. This is to expose as many students as possible to computer-based testing methods at an early stage in life.
The qualifying examination will be on the QuickCBT platform which the students can write from anywhere, such as their schools, homes, or café using their laptops or smartphones thereby providing flexibility.
The idea is to encourage good participation without exposing the students to various hazards such as travel, logistics and health risks.
From the large number of students that are expected to write the qualifying examination, only the best 54 based on scores earned will be selected for the next stage – TV Quiz show for the ultimate prize (students and teachers) and bragging rights of ‘The Quicklearning Mathematics Champion, Nigeria’.
The contest, which is mainly for critical thinking math geniuses in secondary schools in Nigeria, is being packaged by JustMedia, Africa’s foremost developer of educational quizzes.
The organisers noted that there is a need to close the gap between the critical thinking ability of average African students and their peers across the globe.
QLMC Nigeria is a school-based mathematics competition for secondary school students across Nigeria specifically designed to identify, reward outstanding students and help highlight the benefits of critical thinking to solve everyday challenges.
It was disclosed that to assist the participants, all JSS3 students, including the duly registered students for the exam, will be offered free prep classes (weekend online classes manned by reputable math tutors) to help them prepare for the highly competitive qualifying exams with the support of the National Examination Council (NECO).
The free prep classes will be delivered on the Quicklearning platform, a secure e-learning platform for curriculum-based after-school studies, exam coaching and vocational studies.
The Quicklearning App is designed to deliver safe, high quality, online real-time, user-friendly, affordable and accessible interfaces between students and tutors.
Quicklearning offers unique features such as a secure teaching platform for students, a pool of verified competent tutors, a wide range of school subjects/curriculum, hobbies, periodic evaluation/aptitude tests with over 350,000 past questions – objective, theory and answers of major examinations, homework assistance and scholarships for outstanding students.
Education
20 Aspiring Creatives Begin 9-Month Training at Lagos MTF Academy

By Modupe Gbadeyanka
No fewer than 20 aspiring creatives have been selected for this year’s MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) West Africa Academy in Lagos for a nine-month training in filmmaking and production. The MTF Academy is accredited by the Pan-Atlantic University.
The training is taking place at the Lagos MTF Academy, which is one of three in Africa, with the other two in Nairobi (East Africa), and Lusaka (Southern Africa).
This year’s MTF West Africa course has a slightly redesigned curriculum, with six months of online learning and three months of physical, in-person training.
Throughout the period of the course, tutors will sharpen the skills of the participants in storytelling, cinematography, production and editing.
It is the eighth cohort of students to enter the MTF Africa programme, in what has become the recognised source of new filmmaking talent on the continent.
MTF students are chosen after a gruelling, multi-stage application process. During their training, they will receive hands-on instruction from leading industry professionals and ultimately collaborate to create a student film that will be shown on MultiChoice channels such as Africa Magic.
MTF West Africa Academy Director, Ms Atinuke Babatunde, said, “We are really excited to welcome another intake of MTF students. This is their first step to creating truly African content that reflects the African audiences we are here to entertain.
“We’ve made some adjustments to our programme, and in doing so, we’ve unlocked greater efficiencies while continuing to deliver the industry’s leading training platform.”
“The primary goal of MTF is to grow the African film and television industry. In the years since our establishment in 2018, we have produced hundreds of qualified filmmakers, with many alumni going on to careers at MultiChoice, or as successful entrepreneurs in various parts of our industry.
“We’re excited to connect with this year’s MTF students and support them in producing work that will resonate with African audiences for generations. Having witnessed the talent within this year’s cohort, we’re confident the future of our industry is set to reach new heights,” she stated.
Education
Stakeholders Seek Inclusive Learning, Curriculum Redesign at EduFuture Conference 2025

By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The urgent need to redesign the outdated curriculum in Nigeria and Africa has been emphasised at the EduFuture Conference 2025.
Participants at the event said it is unfortunate that the continent was still using last century’s solutions for this century’s problems, noting that efforts must be made to rethink education through action and inclusion.
One of the speakers at the conference held on July 10 at the American Corner Ikeja, Lagos, Ms Adétọ́lá Aríyìíkẹ́ Salau, who is the Special Adviser to the Governor of Kwara State on Education, Policy Formulation and Human Capital Development, challenged stakeholders to align educational systems with the realities of today’s learners.
“We’re using last century’s solutions for this century’s problems,” she warned. “We must reimagine African education, ensuring children are given the space to dream, create, and lead. This conference reaffirmed my belief in equity across gender and ability.”
Another speaker, Tobiloba Ajayi, noted that, “EduFuture has been a fantastic space filled with powerful calls to action. Unlike many conferences that dwell in talk, this one focused on what we must begin to do immediately.”
Also, Bimpe Femi-Oyewo stated that, “The conversations here are essential for Africa’s growth. It was inspiring to see educators and stakeholders ready to build the next skillset for future leaders. Adedolapo has done something truly significant here.”
Similarly, Bose Ogidan disclosed that, “If we want every child to have access to quality education, we must be ready to do the work. Designing inclusive curriculum isn’t optional, it’s necessary.”
Further, Temitope Ifegbesan underscored the need for grassroots involvement, submitting that, “Partnerships matter. Religious bodies, NGOs, citizens, everyone has a role to play. The government can’t do it alone.”
“At EduFuture, we discussed how to mobilize stakeholders to improve learning outcomes and increase resource mobilization. Every player must contribute to the bigger picture,” shared Temidayo Musa.
Obasanjo Fajemirokun described the conference as a necessary platform for real collaboration, noting, “It brought together people from across the education sector to think, share insights, and act. We need more of this.”
The EduFuture Conference 2025, organised by the Dolly Children Foundation, established by Ms Adedolapo Osuntuyi, brought together a powerful coalition of voices committed to reimagining education across Africa from government advisors and EdTech leaders to grassroots advocates and nonprofit founders.
“We can’t keep having the same conversations without measurable action. EduFuture is about doing the work-raising questions, building partnerships, and acting on the urgency of now,” Ms Osuntuyi stated.
A memorable highlight of the conference was a spoken word performance by Perpetual Eghonghon Adenuga, whose poetic delivery on equity, unity, and the power of education earned warm applause and a standing ovation. Her performance echoed the day’s core values, hope, justice, and possibility.
Education
Fidelity Bank Donates Books, Renovates Classrooms in Nasarawa

By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A block of classrooms at Aso Pada Government Secondary School, Mararaba in Karu local government area of Nasarawa State has been renovated by Fidelity Bank Plc.
The financial institution also donated some textbooks to the institution of learning as part of its support to education in Nigeria.
The gesture was through the Fidelity Helping Hands Program (FHHP), an arm of its Corporate Social Responsibility initiative.
FHHP is a scheme of Fidelity Bank that allows its employees identify community needs, raise funds, and receive matched support from the bank.
The donation in Nasarawa State was through the Elite Bankers class of inductees of Fidelity Bank, with the project funded with voluntary contributions from newly inducted staff.
At the handover ceremony, the Divisional Head of Brand and Communications at Fidelity Bank, Mr Meksley Nwagboh, revealed that, “The school was selected due to its role in the development of Mararaba’s residents.”
According to him, “The school had not undergone renovation for the past fifteen years, and with support from the bank and pooled resources from our Elite Bankers class of inductees, this renovation is now possible.”
“We encourage the beneficiaries to put the facility to good use and reaffirm Fidelity Bank’s devotion to continue supporting quality education delivery across the length and breadth of our country,” he added.
Responding to the gesture from the bank, the Vice Principal for Administration at Aso Pada Government Secondary School, Mr Abdullahi Idris, appreciated the bank for the kind gesture and also lauded government efforts towards providing a better learning environment for the students of the school.
“Your investment in our school is an investment in the future of our nation. We are inspired by your commitment and look forward to a lasting partnership that will continue to uplift and empower our students. Let us continue to work together to build a brighter future for our children and community,” the educator stated.
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