Technovation Launches Ogun State Chapter

Tosin Clegg

Since its inception in 2010, Technovation Girls its mission to bridge the gender gap in the technology and entrepreneurship remains the same as the NGO seeks to push more inclusivity for the girl child. Accompanied with this goal is to inspire and educate young girls to become tech innovators and entrepreneurs.

In a bid to expand its reach the NGO expanded its operation into the heart of Ogun State it held its unveiling in Sagamu, Ogun State and featured Wisdom College of Excellence, Muslim High School, Oba Adeniyi Sonariwo Nursery and Primary School and Odu’a Comprehensive High School.

Special Adviser on Education to the Ogun State Governor, Mrs. Ronke Soyombo, encouraged the beneficiaries of the first phase of the initiative to focus on their aspirations and not be hindered by their background. She emphasized the importance of determination in achieving success in their endeavors.

Technovation Girls Chapter Ambassador, Yetunde Olasoji, expressed that the movement is determined to assist the underprivileged female students to thrive in the world of technology. And also bridge the gap between the number of girls compared to their male peers in technology driven development, “We want to empower girls to be tech leaders and innovators. Also to pursue a career in technology which would be a viable option for them as well.”