Former President Goodluck Jonathan has advocated for more investment in digital infrastructure and innovative teaching technologies as a means of enhancing learning.
A statement by his media adviser, Eze ikechukwueze, quoted him as making the call in Kampala in his remarks at the 13th graduation ceremony of the Cavendish University, Uganda.
Jonathan is the Chancellor of the institution.
He said such investment was important to improve the value of education in a world that is increasingly being driven by technology.
He said that the rapid pace of technological advancement required a forward-thinking approach for graduates to be able to successfully navigate both the opportunities and challenges it presented.
He commended the CUU for always striving to be at the forefront of educational innovation, while affirming that institution recognised the transformative potential of technology in education.
According to him, CUU has not had committed itself to providing students with an unparalleled learning experience.
“This forward-thinking approach has established CUU as a leader in technology-enabled learning,” he said. He extolled the new graduates for their hard work, dedication, and perseverance. (NAN)