The Federal Ministry of Education has launched a three-day master training programme to strengthen teacher professional development through innovative mobile learning technologies.

Boriowo Folasade, the ministry’s spokesperson, said in a statement on Monday that the ministry partnered with the UNESCO International Institute for Capacity Building in Africa (UNESCO-IICBA) and the Pan African University (PAU).

The event, themed “Empowering Female Teachers and School Leaders through Integrating Mobile-based Learning in the Pan-African Virtual and Electronic University (PAVEU) Initiative,” is to be held in Abuja between 21 and 23 July 2026.

According to the statement, the workshop funded by Japan targets five African countries: Algeria, Cameroon, Kenya, Nigeria and South Sudan. It seeks to expand access to high-quality, continuous professional development, particularly for female teachers and school leaders, through flexible, technology-driven learning.

“The initiative leverages mobile technology to overcome barriers such as time constraints, geographical limitations and inadequate infrastructure, enabling educators to access quality learning resources anytime and anywhere through a low-data, offline-friendly platform,” the ministry said.

The ministry added that it remains committed to improving teacher quality through digital innovation, noting that accessible professional development is essential to strengthening learning outcomes and building a resilient, inclusive and future-ready education system.