MARGRET ASUQUO
CASIO Middle East and Africa FZE, the regional subsidiary of CASIO Computer Co., Ltd., the leading education technology company, has announced the launch of an exclusive edition calculator, fx-9910NG PLUS 2nd Edition, specifically designed for Nigeria.
The innovative calculator which was unveiled today at an event at the Black Diamond Hotel in Lagos, combines basic calculation with advanced functionalities, including differential calculation, integrations, complex numbers, matrix and vector calculations, and many others.
“Following the successful training program for 1,200 teachers on the usage of calculators with Inquiry-Based Learning, we are thrilled to deepen our footprint in Nigeria by introducing the fx-9910NG PLUS 2nd Edition calculator,” said Mr. Takashi Seimiya, the Managing Director of CASIO Middle East and Africa FZE.
“This calculator is a testament to our commitment to delivering the highest level of support and innovation to Nigerian educators and students by equipping them with the tools they need to excel in science, mathematics, and engineering in today’s world.”
The event attracted prominent figures from the Nigerian education sector, including the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Lagos State, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun; the Permanent Secretary, Minister of Basic and Secondary Education, represented by the Director of Education Resource Center, Mrs. Omolayo Akinlade Olatomorin; the Managing Director, Casio Middle East and Africa FZE, Mr. Seimiya Takashi; Senior General Manager, Casio Japan, Mr. Tomoaki Sato; Director, Educational, Planning, Research and Development , Federal Ministry of Education Abuja, Mrs. Obianuju O. Anigbogu and a representative from WAEC, Mr. Shola.
Mrs. Akinlade Omolayo Olatomirin commented on the collaboration: "As the Director/HOD of the Education Resource Centre, a department of the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, our collaboration with CASIO Middle East and Africa FZE has been remarkable and eye-opening. Equipping educators with the needed skills in inquiry-based learning using the CASIO calculator was inspiring and thrilling. I want to say the new model, which is non-programmable, is a long-awaited technology that must be embraced by all educators and examining bodies."
Students from various secondary schools also had the chance to participate in a Mathematical Quiz competition using the brand new Casio calculators. The finalists included Chinenye Oforma from Canterbury International School in 3rd place, Bada AbdulSalam from Oriwu Senior Model College in 2nd place and Lawal Ismail from Falomo Senior High School in 1st place. The quiz winners were awarded cash prices of 100,000 Naira , 250,000 Naira and 500,000 Naira respectively.
In addition to the launch, CASIO continues to support educational activities and enhance educators' knowledge using genuine scientific calculators, leading the charge today with a conversation on fostering innovation and problem-solving in the Nigerian classroom through technology.
