In a powerful reaffirmation of their shared commitment to advancing access to quality education in Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria hosted a high-level delegation from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) at its Banana Island Headquarters in Lagos. The courtesy visit and strategic meeting centered on deepening collaboration under the Reimagine Education Programme, a joint initiative designed to empower millions of Nigerian children through digital learning.
The UNICEF team, led by Country Representative, Ms. Wafaa Saeed, and Chief of Lagos Office, Ms. Celine Lafoucriere, engaged with the Airtel Nigeria leadership, represented by Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Dinesh Balsingh, and Director of Corporate Communications and CSR, Mr. Femi Adeniran.
A Shared Vision for Impact
In his remarks, Mr. Balsingh underscored Airtel’s unwavering commitment to driving social impact through education, technology, and inclusion.
“Education is the pillar on which we rally our CSR,” he said. “We have had a good journey with UNICEF — not only in Nigeria but across all markets where Airtel Africa operates. Together, we are changing lives through connectivity and learning.”
The UNICEF Country Representative, Ms. Saeed, praised the enduring partnership and commended Airtel’s leadership in leveraging digital innovation to expand educational opportunities for underserved communities.
“People with lesser opportunities are in those areas,” she noted. “Through our partnership, we are ensuring that no child is left behind — regardless of geography, gender, or background.”
Progress Through Collaboration
Mr. Femi Adeniran, Director of Corporate Communications and CSR at Airtel Nigeria, reaffirmed the company’s enthusiasm about the progress of the Reimagine Education initiative.
“We are proud of what we have achieved together,” he said. “The project is on track to reach the one million learners milestone in just a few months — a clear testament to the power of strategic collaboration between the private sector and development partners.”
Also in attendance were Mr. Babagana Aminu, Education Specialist; Ms. Ochuko Ege, Partnership Specialist; Mr. Bharat Kundra, GenU Specialist; and Ms. Blessing Ejiofor, Communications Officer — all part of the UNICEF leadership team that continues to drive educational transformation across Nigeria.
A Future of Possibilities
The meeting reaffirmed both organizations’ shared purpose: to empower every Nigerian child with the tools, skills, and access needed to learn, connect, and thrive in the digital age.
As Airtel Nigeria and UNICEF continue to build on their partnership, their joint efforts are helping redefine education — from classrooms to communities — unlocking potential and transforming futures, one learner at a time.
