Seplat/NEPL Donates STEAM Labs To Edo Schools

Edo Boys High School and New Era College, both in Benin, Edo State, have benefited from the NEPL/Seplat Energy Joint Venture Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) Labs for secondary schools in the state.

Daily Trust reports that the organisations had last year donated equipped Steam lab to Ihogbe College, bringing the total to three Steam laboratories established for schools in Edo.

Speaking during the event, Seplat Director of External Affairs & Social Performance, Chioma Afe, said the programme is a follow-up on the progress of the trained teachers, to ensure that Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) learning is passed on to the students, towards improved quality of education.

Represented by Senior Manager, Corporate Social Investment and Performance, Esther Icha, assured of Seplat’s unwavering commitment and collaboration with the Edo State Ministry of Education to provide quality education in the state.

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She said the STEAM Lab project is part of a comprehensive Seplat Innovators Programme (SIP), which complements the Seplat Teachers’ Empowerment Programme (STEP).

“These STEAM Laboratories are designed to foster the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovative skills among the students, preparing them for the challenges of the 21st century.”

“STEAM approach to learning is a holistic and interdisciplinary approach that encourages students to explore the connections between different subjects, igniting their curiosity and creativity.

She however noted that the laboratories will serve as hubs of learning, where students can engage in hands-on activities, experiments, and projects that will enhance their understanding of the STEAM disciplines.

On her part, the commissioner for Education, Edo State, Joan Oviawe, represented by the Functioning Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Ero Ugiagbe, said the STEAM Labs built and equipped are testaments to Seplat dedication to innovation and education.

The Principal of the two schools, Ebewele Christy and Osaretin Uwaifo, respectively commended Seplat Energy and the NNPCL for the facilities in their respective schools.