The Federal Ministry of Education has launched the nationwide rollout of the Inspire Live(s)! Online Real-Time Classes Initiative, a groundbreaking programme designed to expand equitable access to quality learning for every Nigerian child, in alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
This transformative initiative, according to the ministry, targets the persistent shortage of qualified teachers and the need to guarantee uninterrupted learning across the country. By deploying technology to deliver live, interactive lessons directly to learners, Inspire Live(s)! democratises access to quality education and ensures that no child is left behind regardless of location or circumstance.
The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa confirmed that full implementation is underway, with expansion set to cover all classes from Primary 1 to Senior Secondary 3.
In the statement issued to newsmen in Abuja Tuesday, the Inspire platform currently streams daily online classes for Junior and Senior Secondary Schools, featuring: JSS 1, JSS 2, and SS 2 classes; Live lessons Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Subjects offered included JSS: Basic Science, Mathematics, English Language, ICT, Agricultural Science, Basic Technology, Civic Education, French, Physical Education, Religious Studies, History, and Business Studies.
SSS: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English Language, Mathematics, Economics, Geography, Agricultural Science, Technical Drawing/Catering Craft, Civic Education, and Automobile Mechanics.
Classes delivered by certified master teachers using Cisco Webex.
“To ensure seamless nationwide implementation, the Ministry has notified all commissioners of education to: nominate a State Focal Officer to coordinate Inspire Live(s)! activities; circulate programme details to all public and private school principals; ensure designated schools are equipped with basic ICT facilities and internet connectivity; and oversee completion of registration strictly to be conducted by school principals via the Inspire support channels,” it stated.
The ministry said the online classes are open to all public and private schools in the country to access.