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  Professor Taslim Ayobami Hammed University of Ibadan Professor Taslim Ayobami Hammed will present Lead Paper I, titled “Building Sustainable Peace through Early Childhood Education”, at the OMEP Nigeria Conference 2024. As a distinguished Professor of Counselling and Peace Psychology at the University of Ibadan, Professor Hammed brings a wealth of knowledge to this crucial topic.With over 80 publications and …

“Building a Sustainable Future: Insights from the OMEP Lagos Annual Teacher Conference”

At the OMEP Lagos Annual Teacher Conference, over 150 teachers and school owners gathered to hear Dr. Adefunke Ekine, the OMEP President, present on the topic “Early Childhood Care and Education: Foundation for Sustainable Development.” Dr. Ekine emphasized the crucial role of early childhood education in establishing a strong foundation for cognitive development, including language acquisition and problem-solving skills. She …

OMEP Nigeria’s Inspiring Webinar on the Role of Play

On the 6th of August, 2024, OMEP Nigeria, under the leadership of Dr. Adefunke Ekine, the National President, hosted another inspiring webinar that left a lasting impact on its participants. The webinar, held in collaboration with Teaching Strategies, featured Suzana Spina, the International Director for Partner Success from Teaching Strategies, USA, as the esteemed facilitator. Suzana Spina delivered an insightful …

Report on Recognitions at the 76th OMEP World Assembly and Conference

At the 76th OMEP World Assembly and Conference, Mrs. Olatokunbo Doherty, the Immediate Past National President of OMEP Nigeria, was elected as an Honourary World Council Member. This prestigious recognition highlights her significant contributions and dedication to OMEP’s mission. Additionally, Nyamikeh Kyiamah, the OMEP Africa Region Vice President, received commendation for her outstanding efforts. These achievements reflect the continued excellence …

Inspiring Leadership and Global Commitment: Dr. Adefunke Ekine at the 76th OMEP World Assembly and Conference

Dr. Adefunke Ekine, President of OMEP Nigeria, represented her country at the 76th OMEP World Assembly and Conference in Bangkok, Thailand, from July 15-20, 2024. The event gathered early childhood education professionals, policymakers, and advocates to discuss advancements in early childhood education.   OMEP, the World Organization for Early Childhood Education, promotes the rights and education of children worldwide, guided …

Mastercard Foundation Edtech Conference

Dr. Adefunke Ekine, the Executive Director of YCDEI and National President of OMEP, was a distinguished speaker at the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Conference 2024, held from July 8-10 in Abuja, Nigeria. The conference brought together over 400 innovators, policymakers, and edTech experts from various African countries to explore how technology can drive transformative changes in education across the continent.   …