Lagos, Nigeria
Edugist, a leading, impact-based media non-profit and innovation lab dedicated to driving change in Africa’s education sector, proudly announces the relaunch of its new radio programme “Education Dialogue.”
The programme “”Education Dialogue,” which airs every Thursday at 3:30 PM on Inspiration FM 92.3 FM, serves as a dynamic platform for amplifying critical discussions surrounding education in Nigeria. Each 30-minute episode features an expert guest who delves into a key educational challenge, fostering awareness, advocating for reform, and proposing practical solutions.
In a statement signed by the CEO, Elvis Boniface, he said, “Education is the vehicle that drives achievement and development at personal and national levels. Our job at Edugist is to strengthen its wheels. Through the Education Dialogue, we will examine the most pressing issues within the Nigerian education system and collaboratively seek solutions bedevilling the development of the sector.
“This programme will allow for a nuanced understanding of the challenges faced by students, educators, entrepreneurs and policymakers alike. By partnering with leading experts and stakeholders, the programme will create an environment where practical, actionable ideas are discussed, debated and agreed upon.”
True to Edugist’s mission, “Education Dialogue” brings together a diverse range of voices to create a collaborative space for progress. From the country’s top think tanks and policymakers to educators on the ground and young innovators, the programme fosters dialogue between those with the power to enact change.
“Previous edition witnessed participation of the key sector leaders such as Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, former Ghana Minister of Education & current Minister of Energy, Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili, Former Minister of Education, Nigeria, Folasade Adefisayo, Honourable Commissioner of Education, Lagos State; and Mike Feerick, Founder/CEO, Alison. In this relaunch, the programme will pursue active cross pollination of ideas across the education value chain to drive towards a more equitable and high-quality education system for all Nigerians and Africans,” he added.
Edugist recognises the critical role of innovation in transforming the Nigerian education landscape. By showcasing the work of young entrepreneurs and highlighting successful educational initiatives, the programme aims to inspire and scale up solutions that are making a real difference.
About Edugist
Edugist is a data-driven and impact-based media solutions company dedicated to ensuring inclusive and high-quality education for all in Africa. Through a combination of news coverage, data analysis, advocacy initiatives, convenings, and innovation labs, Edugist drives change across the continent’s education sector.
Edugist, an influential media non-profit in Lagos, Nigeria, has relaunched its radio programme "Education Dialogue," airing every Thursday at 3:30 PM on Inspiration FM 92.3 FM. The show features expert guests discussing key educational challenges, aiming to foster awareness, advocate for reforms, and propose practical solutions to issues within Nigeria's education sector.
CEO Elvis Boniface highlighted Edugist's mission to drive achievement and development through education by addressing pressing issues and collaboratively seeking solutions. The program aims to include diverse voices from policymakers, educators, and young innovators to create actionable ideas for improvement.
Past participants have included notable figures such as Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili, Folasade Adefisayo, and Mike Feerick. The relaunch aims to continue cross-pollination of ideas to promote equitable and high-quality education for all Nigerians and Africans.
Edugist is committed to advancing the Nigerian education landscape by promoting innovation and showcasing successful educational initiatives, inspiring young entrepreneurs, and scaling impactful solutions.
