Ecobank and EStars Collaborate to Enhance Esports Education for Nigerian Youth

Ecobank and EStars Collaborate to Enhance Esports Education for Nigerian Youth

EStars, a leading esports organization, has entered into a strategic partnership with Ecobank Nigeria to transform esports education in Nigeria. This initiative aims to provide students with essential life skills, including critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership, through a comprehensive esports curriculum.

The collaboration will launch the Esports Club, an online educational platform, across schools in Nigeria. This platform features educational games designed to cultivate vital soft skills, utilizing Ecobank’s extensive network to extend its reach to remote areas.

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Mags Byrne, CEO of EStars, highlighted the transformative potential of this partnership, asserting that esports transcends mere gaming; it serves as a conduit for acquiring crucial life skills necessary in today’s digital landscape.

Omoboye Odu, Head of SMEs, Partnerships, and Collaborations at Ecobank Nigeria, commended the initiative as a strong alignment with the bank’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) objectives, reinforcing Ecobank’s mission to create opportunities for young Africans to thrive in the digital era.

This partnership is in harmony with the Nigerian government’s goals of enhancing digital literacy and equipping youth for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. It also positions Nigeria to emerge as a significant player in the esports sector, with potential advantages including job creation and economic development.

Ecobank and EStars are dedicated to collaborating with educational authorities, school administrators, and the broader community to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of this initiative, heralding a new chapter in Nigerian education where technology, gaming, and life skills converge to foster a brighter future for the nation’s youth.