Henkel launched its global educational initiative Forscherwelt, in Ibadan. The launching programs, which was held at The People’s Primary School in Ibadan, further reiterates the company’s commitment to skills development in Nigeria, especially in the area of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
Forscherwelt, or “Researchers’ World” is an educational initiative designed by Henkel to introduce elementary school children to the fascinating world of science through specific learning objectives, further encouraging them to explore the world of science and make research fun.
The Chairman of the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr. Nureni Adeniran, said the launch of Forscherwelt demonstrates Henkel’s “commitment towards empowering young talents and supporting them to flourish in the communities in which it operates”.
Adeniran, who was ably represented by Saheed Aliu, Deputy Director, School Services, “SUBEB pledged the support of the state government towards the success of the Forscherwelt programme and he looks forward to it being taken to other schools in the state”.
Others present at the launching ceremony included, representatives from Oyo State Ministry of Youths and Sports, Henkel Global Coordinator, Dr. Ute Krupp, Coordinator of Girls and Women Technological Empowerment Organizations (GWTEO), Damilola Asaleye
