Head, Consumer Products & Segments, Ecobank Nigeria, Victor Yalokwu (left); Executive Director, Research and Technology, Code 14 Labs, Otaru Daudu and others with the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Ecobank Bank Pan Africa Centre (EPAC) in Lagos
Ecobank Nigeria, a subsidiary of the Ecobank Group, has partnered with Code 14 Labs to expand the accessibility and reach of coding education for children across Nigeria. The partnership leverages Code 14 Labs’ interactive coding workbooks, including the Andrew Teaches coding workbook, along with its network of trained teachers, to offer affordable annual training and proficiency certification to students.
As part of the collaboration, Ecobank will provide nationwide and pan-African access to coding education, utilizing its extensive operational network across the continent. In turn, Code 14 Labs will supply its educational technology and trusted community to ensure high-quality teaching that delivers tangible learning outcomes for students and reassurance for parents.
Parents and guardians wishing to have their wards participate in the program are encouraged to open Ecobank’s MyFirst Account-a specialized high yield savings product designed for children under 16.
At the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Lagos, Head of Consumer Banking at Ecobank Nigeria, Adeola Ogunyemi, emphasized that the partnership reflects the bank’s commitment to bridging the digital divide, promoting inclusion, and preparing the next generation for a tech-driven future.
She also highlighted how the collaboration aligns with Ecobank’s mission to equip children with the skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly digital world.
Ogunyemi, who was represented by Head of Consumer Products and Segments, Victor Yalokwu, further explained: “At Ecobank, we recognize that financial literacy and digital education are intertwined. This belief led to the creation of the MyFirst Account, a product targeted at children under 16 years of age to encourage smart financial habits from an early age.
“By introducing students to coding through Code 14’s innovative mobile app, we’re not just teaching coding skills, but also nurturing problem-solving abilities, creativity, and digital confidence.”
Executive Director of Research and Technology at Code 14 Labs, Otaru Daudu, praised the partnership and expressed confidence that, with the support of additional partners like the British Council and the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), they will achieve their goal of training 50,000 learners to proficiency level in HyperText Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), essential programming languages for global internet communication.
Daudu emphasized that Code 14 Labs is committed to scaling critical education components through technology-driven inclusion.
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Head, Consumer Products & Segments, Ecobank Nigeria, Victor Yalokwu (left); Executive Director, Research and Technology, Code 14 Labs, Otaru Daudu and others with the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Ecobank Bank Pan Africa Centre (EPAC) in Lagos
