Independent multi-asset investment management firm, CardinalStone, is marking its 15-year anniversary with a donation of an ICT centre to school. Giving Back Initiative, which aimed to establish an ICT centre at Aje Comprehensive Senior School and conduct facility rehabilitations at Modupe Cole Memorial School in Yaba, Lagos.
This initiative aligns seamlessly with the goals of Sustainable Development Goal 4, aimed at promoting quality education and ensuring inclusive learning opportunities for all.
With the support of the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Lagos, CardinalStone unveiled a solar-powered ICT centre comprising 21 computers with access to 24/7 Internet connectivity for a year, 9KVA solar inverter systems, two inverter air conditioners, 21 workstations, and a projector for collaborative learning at Aje Comprehensive Senior High School. CardinalStone aims to provide students with access to modern technology and digital literacy tools, preparing them for a rapidly evolving world.
Speaking on the initiative, Group Managing Director of CardinalStone, Michael Nzewi, said: “As part of our 15-year anniversary celebration, we are honoured to partner with Lagos State in supporting local schools in the state. Education is a cornerstone of our corporate social responsibility, and we chose to collaborate with Aje Comprehensive Senior High School and Modupe Cole Memorial School in Yaba. We provided Aje Comprehensive Senior High School with a world-class ICT lab, recognising the vital role of technology in today’s world. This marks the beginning of a lifelong relationship, and we look forward to continuing our support.”
“As we unveil this ICT lab, we are not just opening a door to a room; we are opening a gateway to the future, as the words on the wall in the room say, ‘The future of the world is in this room.’ CardinalStone is excited and proud to be part of this journey to a future that is digital, inclusive, and bright,” he added.
Source: The Guardian
