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An educationist has stressed the need for innovative online learning platforms to tackle the challenges of overcrowded classrooms, high transportation costs, rising insecurity and limited access to qualified tutors in the country.
Adeniyi Ajayi, CEO/managing director, eTutors Nigeria Limited, who expressed worry over the declining educational standard in a statement made available to newsmen in Ibadan, Oyo State, maintained that traditional tutoring methods are insufficient to meet the growing demands of students.
He called for the need to revolutionise how learning happens, offering a secure and affordable alternative to traditional tutoring and reshaping how knowledge is delivered and consumed in the 21st century.
Stressing that the launch of e- tutors platform will mark a defining moment in the evolution of education in Nigeria, Ajayi argued that online learning platform provides a vital solution for students who have long faced barriers to quality education as the platform integrates live, interactive learning with real-time engagement, connecting students with qualified tutors from across Nigeria and beyond.
“For too long, our students have faced difficulties in accessing the resources they need. eTutors is here to change that,” he added.
The platform, according to him, is aimed at addressing key challenges within Nigeria’s education system, including the alarming statistic that over 75 percent of students scored below 200 in the 2024 UTME.
“Through the platform, we are not just helping students pass exams; we are fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will serve them for a lifetime,” Ajayi emphasised.
He maintained that the platform eliminates risks associated with physical tutoring, such as travel hazards, kidnapping, and exposure to negative influences, by enabling students to learn safely from the comfort of their own homes.
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“eTutors offers real-time tutoring for a variety of academic needs, including preparation for UTME, WAEC, and IELTS exams, reinforcing its commitment to improving educational outcomes.
“Key features of eTutors include live interactive classes, comprehensive academic support, and a mobile app designed for low data usage.
“Parents can track their children’s performance through session recordings and tutor feedback, ensuring transparency at every step,” Ajayi explained.
