โขFrom left: Mrs. Olufunke Olaiya, Mainland High school EBC Coordinator; Mr. Adebayo Sewanu, Project 9-12 Volunteer Coordinator, and Ms. Oladipupo Sofiyayah, student
Over 100 students from five public secondary schools in Lagos gathered at Mainland Senior High School, Fadeyi-Yaba, on Wednesday, June 25, for the 2025 edition of Project 9-12โa transformative youth initiative combining technology, sports, and sustainability to equip students with future-ready skills.
Co-organised by JustUsed Tech and Passback, the event aimed to promote digital inclusion and circular economy awareness through interactive breakout sessions, refurbished tech device distribution, and engaging sports activities.
Participating schools included Lagos City College, Akoka Junior High School, Mobolaji Bank Anthony Junior High School, Saint Francis Junior Grammar School, and Mainland Senior High School. Students were introduced to circular economy conceptsโreuse, repair, and recyclingโthrough relatable, locally grounded sessions.
A mini football match energised the atmosphere, followed by the distribution of sports kits and gear to encourage physical wellness and teamwork. A standout moment came when each school nominated one student to receive an upcycled laptop, reinforcing the initiative’s commitment to digital access and ongoing student development.
Speaking at the event, Mrs. Agboola Aminat, Director of Sports, Education District IV, praised the projectโs impact:
“Many talented young people here in Lagos lack access to basic materials. This initiative gives underserved students the tools they need to grow and excel.”
Also present was Mrs. Araoye Funke, representing Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih-Awokoya, Special Adviser to the Governor on SDGs. She commended the organisers:
“Over 100 students from five schools learning about tech and how to improve their futureโI give kudos to the organisers. The sky is their limit.”
Representatives from the Co-Curricular Desk, school principals, and teachers also attended, reinforcing community support for the programme.
In the face of Nigeriaโs challengesโyouth unemployment, tech inequality, and environmental degradationโProject 9-12 offers a scalable, practical solution. It fosters sustainable thinking while empowering students to become change agents in their communities.
Oreolorun Titobi, Founder of JustUsed Tech, champions digital inclusion through the distribution of refurbished tech and sustainability education.
Magdalen Pike, Founder of Passback, promotes sports equity by redistributing quality used gear, believing every child deserves the chance to play and thrive.
JustUsed Tech and Passback are calling for partners, donors, and volunteers to help scale Project 9-12 to more schools across Nigeria. Future phases will include mentorship, device tracking, and student showcases to assess long-term impact.
JustUsed Tech refurbishes and distributes digital devices while promoting sustainability and circular economy education.
Passback supports grassroots sports development by redistributing gently used equipment to underserved youth.