The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations has expanded the One Million Coders Programme with the commissioning of a refurbished ICT laboratory at Odorkor Saleria 1 Basic School in Accra, as government steps up investment in digital skills training for young people.
The upgraded facility, renovated through an initiative led by Ewurabena Aubynn, will serve as a primary training centre for the One Million Coders Programme, offering instruction in artificial intelligence, coding and cybersecurity.
The commissioning forms part of the government’s broader strategy to build a digitally skilled workforce and position Ghana for opportunities in the global technology economy.
Speaking at the event, Aubynn said the project reflected a commitment to preparing young people for future opportunities in technology and innovation.
“Today is not simply about opening a building or computers. Today represents our collective commitment to the future of our children, the future of Ablekuma North, and the future of Ghana,” she said.
She urged students to take advantage of the new facility and digital training opportunities.
“To our learners, this facility is for you. Use it wisely, learn, explore, create, and dream big. Among you, I know there may be future software engineers, innovators, scientists, entrepreneurs, and national leaders,” Aubynn said.
Samuel Nartey George, Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, attended the ceremony as special guest of honour and inspected the facility to verify that the One Million Coders Programme training portal and equipment were fully operational.
George said the One Million Coders Programme represents a 15 billion-cedi ($1.2 billion) government investment over four years aimed at expanding access to technology education and digital employment opportunities.
“The beauty of technology is you can still be a student and start making money with IT… as young students, take the opportunity to get into the world of AI and the world of new technology, because that’s where the future is,” he said.
Responding to rising demand for digital skills training in the municipality, George said the ministry would establish an additional learning centre in Ablekuma North during the next phase of the programme.
“I’ve looked at the size of Ablekuma North… it’s a big constituency. I can assure you that in the next phase, I will give a second learning centre for Ablekuma North,” he said.
The launch follows a nationwide distribution of digital equipment to regional ministers and members of parliament as part of the first phase of the One Million Coders Programme rollout, which the ministry says is designed to strengthen community-based technology training infrastructure across the country.
