Education Access for

out of school children in

the Borno state, Nigeria

Project Name: Education Upgrade

Team members:

Kevin Mukundi
Deborah A Nkansah
Francis Kojo Dotse
Driss El Asad
Anashe Mashavira
Marwane Achahid
What sets us apart?
GCGO Problem
Education The problem of access to quality education in
Nigeria is predominantly seen in rural and
remote areas where infrastructure is
inadequate, and poverty rates are high.
Why does it matter
Access to quality education matters as it breaks
cycles of poverty, inequality, and limits
opportunities, impeding community progress,
especially in rural and conflict zones. Ensuring
educational access empowers individuals,
enables social mobility, and unlocks human
potential nationally.
 PEOPLE IMPACTED

Focus- the issue of educational access in Borno state, Nigeria, highlighting the
following key points:

Lack of Access: The user interview identified a significant lack of education

access for primary school children in Borno state, with an estimated 300,000
children out of school.

Case Study - Musa: A case study of a 12-year-old boy named Musa. He faces
challenges due to conflict and insecurity in his region, impacting his ability to
access education.

Barriers to Education: insecurity, conflict, and poverty prevent children like

Musa from attending school and obtaining necessary educational resources.

Need for Resources: There is a dire need for basic learning resources such as
textbooks, stationery, and educational software to support self-directed
learning efforts of children.
DISTRIBUTION OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN BY YEAR

Rising Trend: The number of out-of-school children in

Nigeria has increased by over 100% from 2000 to 2021.
Significant Spike: A notable 10.6% increase occurred
from 2020 to 2021, largely due to the impact of Covid-
19.
Poverty Correlation: There is a positive correlation
between poverty rates and the increase in out-of-school
children due to the pandemic.

https://guardian.ng/features/focus/fresh-concerns-on-
state-of-basic-education-as-out-of-school-figure-
reaches-20m/
DISTRIBUTION OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN ACROSS STATES

State Distribution: The line graph

indicates that Edo state has the
fewest out-of-school children, while
Bauchi state has the most
.
Area Impact: The highest numbers of
out-of-school children are found in
rural and semi-urban areas.

https://guardian.ng/features/focus/fre
sh-concerns-on-state-of-basic-
education-as-out-of-school-figure-
reaches-20m/
SCHOOL DROPOUT RATE IN AFRICAN COUNTRIES-2021

Nigeria’s Dropout Rate: In 2021, Nigeria had the highest

school dropout rate in Africa at 16.9%.

Contributing Factors: The high dropout rates were

attributed to the Boko Haram crisis, kidnappings, and
constant industrial actions.

Out-of-School Children: UNICEF reported that 8.66% of

Nigeria’s population were out-of-school, with 11.1 million
being girls.

School Closures: Approximately 11,536 schools were

closed due to abductions by terrorists.

https://blog.mustardinsights.com/in-africa/school-
dropout-rate-in-africa-worsens-as-nigeria-ethiopia-lead-
the-pack-mEEvB
User Interview Review
Needs
● Community Support: Emphasizes the importance of
local organizations’ initiatives, and mentors in providing
resources and encouragement for education.
● Technology Access: Highlights the limited exposure to
technology and digital resources, underscoring the need
for increased access and digital literacy programs.
● Access to education
● Safer learning environment
Pain Points
● Insecurity and Conflict: Identifies the challenges
children face due to instability, such as insurgence and
kidnapping, which hinder their ability to attend school
safely.
● Poverty and Resources: Points out poverty as a major
barrier, with families unable to afford educational
materials, leading to a need for basic learning resources.
Proposed solution
Mobile Learning Platform:
A mobile app designed to provide accessible education to children in
Borno state, Nigeria.

User-Friendly Interface: The app will feature simple navigation, clear

icons, and a minimalistic design suitable for various literacy levels
and languages.

Multimedia Lessons: Lessons will be delivered through text, audio,

video, and interactive quizzes or games, allowing users to track their
progress and take assessments.
WIREFRAMES
 FUTURE PLANS

Recruitment Wireframes, user interviews Product Launch

Policies and SOPs User Trials

Product monitoring and review
WHY? Solution with a difference
● Offline Mode - Users can download lessons and content for offline access, essential for areas with unreliable
internet connectivity.

● Multimedia Lessons - Incorporate a variety of media formats, such as text, audio, video, and interactive games,
to cater to different learning styles.

● Localized Content - Offer content in local languages and consider cultural nuances to make lessons relatable
and effective.

● Progress Tracking - Provide personalized dashboards showing users' learning progress, scores on assessments,
and completion rates.

● Teacher & Peer Interaction - Enable interaction with teachers and peers for collaborative learning and
guidance, potentially through messaging features.

● Content Distribution - Allow teachers and local administrators to upload and share lessons, giving them the
ability to customize content for their community's needs.

● Safety & Security - Implement child protection measures and secure data handling to safeguard students'
privacy.
 Thanks!

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