Ecobank Nigeria has partnered with Code 14 Labs to enhance digital education by providing widespread access to coding training for children across Nigeria. The collaboration aims to equip young learners with essential programming skills, leveraging Code 14 Labs’ interactive coding workbooks and network of trained instructors.
As part of the initiative, students will receive annual training and proficiency certification, with Ecobank utilizing its extensive operational network to facilitate nationwide and pan-African accessibility. Code 14 Labs will contribute its educational technology and expertise to ensure high-quality learning outcomes.
Parents interested in enrolling their children in the program are encouraged to open Ecobank’s MyFirst Account, a specialized savings product designed for children under 16.
Speaking at the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing in Lagos, Aeola Ogunyemi, Head of Consumer Banking at Ecobank Nigeria, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and preparing young Nigerians for a tech-driven future. Represented by Victor Yalokwu, Head of Consumer Products & Segments, Ogunyemi stated, “At Ecobank, we recognize the link between financial literacy and digital education. Through the MyFirst Account and our collaboration with Code 14, we are fostering problem-solving skills, creativity, and digital confidence in children.”
Otaru Daudu, Executive Director of Research and Technology at Code 14 Labs, welcomed the partnership, highlighting plans to train 50,000 students in HyperText Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). He expressed optimism that with additional support from partners such as the British Council and the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), the initiative will significantly boost digital literacy in the country.
The collaboration underscores both organizations’ shared commitment to technology-driven education and digital inclusion, ensuring that Nigerian students gain the necessary skills to thrive in the modern digital economy.