The Kwara State Government has launched a one-day training programme on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in pedagogy for selected public senior secondary school teachers across the state.

Held at the Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development Resource Centre in Tanke, Ilorin, the training was themed "Empowering the 21st Century Educator".

Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe, declared the programme open and described it as a turning point in the state's education reform agenda.

"Today marks a pivotal moment in our collective journey to transform education in Kwara State and prepare our students and teachers for the demands of a rapidly evolving digital world," he said.

The initiative aims to equip educators with AI-driven teaching tools and methodologies, enhancing classroom engagement and learning outcomes in line with global educational trends.

The training is part of the state's broader strategy to integrate digital innovation into the education system and build a future-ready workforce.

Dr. Olohungbebe urged teachers to embrace their role as "architects of transformation," stressing that AI integration goes beyond technical skills and involves re-imagining knowledge delivery.

"Let today be the beginning of a new chapter, one where Kwara classrooms become hubs of innovation, inclusion and inspiration," he added.

The Commissioner acknowledged the support of the Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, noting that the administration's investment in education has created an enabling environment for innovations such as AI integration in teaching.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Olanrewaju Rebecca Bake, applauded the Governor's commitment to revamping education and urged participants to apply the knowledge gained for the benefit of students statewide.

The lead trainer, Mrs. Fadimu Benedicta Toyosi, said the workshop is a "golden opportunity" for teachers to adapt to the realities of digital learning, commending the Ministry for spearheading efforts to modernise classroom practice.

Participants expressed appreciation to the Ministry and called for decentralisation of AI training so that more teachers across the state can benefit.

The event was attended by the management of the Ministry, including Director, Personnel, Finance and Supply, Alhaji Abduraheem Abiodun Rufai and Director, Human Capital Development, Oludare Olawumi Victoria