Oje Youth Forum (OYF), in partnership with AOB Global Limited, has successfully concluded a two-week Computer Literacy and Computer-Based Test (CBT) training programme aimed at empowering students in the Oje community with essential digital, soft, and examination-readiness skills.
The programme was designed to equip secondary school leavers and prospective WAEC and JAMB candidates with practical computer knowledge and hands-on experience in using CBT platforms. Participants received training in basic computer operations, internet usage, typing skills, and how to confidently navigate CBT examination software.
The colourful closing ceremony, held at Providence Business Hub, Zion, Oje, Ibadan, attracted students, parents, community leaders, and members of the Oje Youth Forum. The atmosphere was filled with excitement as students proudly showcased what they had learned during the two-week training. Parents expressed their appreciation to the organisers for providing such a valuable opportunity for their children.
Speaking at the event, the Coordinator of Oje Youth Forum, Comrade Abubakar Olalekan Bello, expressed his appreciation to AOB Global Limited for its contribution to the development of the Oje community. He called on community leaders and parents to continue supporting OYF so that the vision and objectives of the forum can be fully realised. He emphasised that the programme reflects OYF’s commitment to improving education and reducing the digital gap among young people, noting that many students struggle in WAEC and JAMB examinations not because of a lack of knowledge, but due to unfamiliarity with CBT systems.
One of the guest speakers, Mr Morufu, encouraged the students to believe in their potential and be useful to themselves and society. He advised parents to stop accepting short-term gifts such as food items from politicians and instead demand sustainable opportunities such as jobs and educational support for their children in order to secure a better future.
Another guest speaker, Hon. Lawal Akinkunmi Monsur, commended the efforts of the Oje Youth Forum in contributing to community development. He encouraged parents and guardians to ensure that their children proceed to tertiary education after secondary school so they can be better prepared for future opportunities. He also awarded three JAMB scholarship slots to Oje students to support their educational advancement.
Mr Azeez Olatoye also urged the students to take their studies seriously and make good use of the opportunity provided by the programme to improve their academic performance.
Similarly, Mr Bello Olawoyin praised OYF for its dedication to community development and encouraged the forum to remain steadfast in its good work. He also advised parents in Oje to stop collecting small gifts from politicians that could hinder the future of their children, and instead challenge leaders to provide meaningful opportunities for the youth.
At the end of the event, certificates of participation were presented to all students who completed the training. Gifts were awarded to the best-performing students, and a total of seven JAMB scholarships were given to community students to further support their educational journey and boost their confidence ahead of upcoming examinations.
The Oje Youth Forum expressed sincere appreciation to parents, volunteers, and partners for their contributions to the success of the programme, reaffirming its commitment to continuous youth development and educational support in the Oje community.
Through this initiative, the Oje Youth Forum continues to demonstrate its role as a catalyst for positive change, ensuring that young people are well prepared for the demands of the modern digital world.
