The United States of America has started the training of 300 Nigerian schoolgirls in Osun State as part of its plans to encourage them into future careers in computer science, robotics and artificial intelligence. jamb results

In a statement on Thursday, the U.S. consulate said the 300 girls will receive training on coding, web design, and product creation for six months under the “Osun girls can code” program. Peoplesgazette reports.

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The training is sponsored by public diplomacy grant from the U.S. Consulate General and the project will be implemented by Dayo Adeniyi, a 2016 Mandela Washington Fellow. Information Guide Nigeria

“The 300 schoolgirls will receive training on coding, web design, and product creation, all key skills needed in today’s increasingly competitive job market.  The goal of encouraging the role of girls and women in STEM fields has been the cornerstone of the technology-learning programs supported by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria”.