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I Just Finished Teaching Cybersecurity in Nigeria for 12 Weeks. Here Is What I Learned

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What 12 Weeks of Teaching Cybersecurity in Aba Taught Me The people behind the journey — Cybersecurity Class B, TechRise 3.0, Abia Cohort 3.0. A few months ago I stood in front of a room of students in Aba, Abia State, with a whiteboard, a Kali Linux machine, and a plan to teach cybersecurity from zero to DevSecOps in 12 weeks. Some of them had never used a terminal before. By Week 8, they were recovering deleted files from forensic disk images, reading raw memory dumps with Volatility 3, and writing incident reports that referenced NDPC notification timelines. I want to write about what that experience was actually like, because most “I taught a bootcamp” posts are highlight reels. This one is not. The reason I Said Yes When the opportunity came to facilitate TechRise 3.0 for Abia Cohort 3.0, I knew the curriculum was ambitious. Twelve weeks. Three phases. Offensive security, blue team defence, and DevSecOps, delivered to students with varying technical backgrounds, in a city where re...
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Techrise 2.0: Empowering the Next Generation of Cybersecurity Professionals in Abia State The future of technology is built by those who are prepared for it and Techrise 2.0 was a bold step toward preparing that future. From September 29th to December 20th , I had the privilege of contributing as a cybersecurity instructor under the Abia State Government’s Techrise Initiative , implemented in partnership with LearnFactory Nigeria . Techrise 2.0 was a large-scale digital skills program, engaging over 850 students across the entire cohort , with participants enrolled in multiple technology tracks. The journey officially began on September 29th with the onboarding of the camping students , setting the stage for weeks of intensive learning, growth, and transformation. The program concluded with a memorable graduation ceremony on December 20th , marking the successful completion of an impactful journey. This was more than a training program, it was a movement. The Vision Behind Techri...
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Revolutionizing Primary and Secondary Education: A Journey with Oppia

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Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of education, technology stands as a powerful tool for change. As a computer scientist, I've always been on the lookout for innovative tools to enhance students' learning experiences using technology. Recently, I embarked on a journey with Oppia, an educational app designed to revolutionize the way we teach and learn. In this blog post, I'll share my experiences and insights gained from integrating Oppia into my community. The Discovery: My journey with Oppia began when I was approved for the Outreachy contribution stage. Oppia's educational application was one of the projects available for contribution. After reviewing the requirements for contributing, I realized its potential benefits for my neighborhood, schools, and the entire community. Intrigued by its promise of personalized and interactive learning experiences, I decided to explore further. What immediately caught my attention was its user-friendly interface and the ...
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