An educationist, Adeniyi Ajayi, has advocated hybrid mode of learning in secondary schools across Nigeria, saying combining digital platforms with physical classrooms is the future of education.
Ajayi, who is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of E-Tutors Nigeria Limited, while speaking in Ibadan at the launching of Karim Adeyemi Foundation E-Learning Scholarship Programme, implemented in partnership with E-Tutors Nigeria Limited, said though, physical classrooms have their benefits, future of Nigeria’s education lies in hybrid learning, a combination of physical and online approaches.
He said: “That is why E-Tutors exists, not to compete with schools, but to complement government efforts and improve learning outcomes.”
Ajayi lamented that many States continued to record low performance in external examinations, a challenge he believes can be reversed through innovative interventions such as the KAF–E-Tutors partnership.
“If you check the statistics, this state is not doing very well in WAEC and NECO. This initiative is about changing that narrative by giving students access to quality tutoring and digital resources that prepare them better,” he stated.
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According to him, E-Tutors is the first online platform in Nigeria offering real-time interaction between students and tutors with every session recorded for revision.
He noted that with E-Tutors, students are also able to choose their preferred tutors after accessing their profiles, making the platform learner-centred.
“This is not just about passing WAEC or NECO; it is about creating opportunities for young Nigerians to compete globally, access international scholarships, and build brighter futures.”
President of the Karim Adeyemi Foundation, Abiodun Adeyemi, who was represented by Rotimi Osho, urged beneficiaries to take ownership of their learning.
“From today, you are not just students, you are KAF scholars. Your performance will determine whether this pilot project expands to more schools across Nigeria. The responsibility is in your hands.”
He further charged the students to attend at least 70 percent of their classes, reminding them that excuses about lack of data or power supply must not deter them.
Highlighting opportunities beyond the programme, Adeyemi noted that outstanding students would gain support to sit for international examinations such as the SAT, GRE, and GMAT, opening doors to global scholarships.
One of the beneficiaries, Abisola Orolakin from St. Louis Grammar School, Ibadan, described the programme as a life-changing opportunity.
“Having access to online tutors will help me cover areas where I struggle, especially in Mathematics. I am determined to make the most of it.”
Another student, Oladoyin Sonde from Loyola College, said: “Sometimes, we lack access to enough teachers in our schools. This programme gives us extra help and will boost our confidence for WAEC.”
The initiative is designed to provide more than 40 public secondary school students in the state with free access to online tutoring in Science and Information Technology ahead of their West Africa Examinations Council and National Examination Council.
