A group,Techy Muslimah Network (TTMN) has harped on the need for the girl child to pursue a career in technology, citing its growing relevance to the development of the society and country at large.

In an enlightenment programme organised for teenage girls in Al Farouq College, Ejigbo, Lagos State, Founder of TTMN, Olanike Alabi emphasized the importance of diversity in tech, mentioning the fact that women and girls are under-represented, adding that the initiative is aimed at changing the narratives.
Alabi explained that there are vast opportunities in tech sector for the female gender,while opening participants’ eyes to career opportunities in tech.

Addressing programme’s theme, “Unleashing Innovation: Empowering Muslim Girls in Emerging Technology”, Alabi reiterated that exploring Muslim girls innovative potential was paramount to challenging stereotypes and biases, as well as fostering inclusive tech ecosystem and a more diverse future.

The programme featured interactive workshop, mentorship programme as well as an extensive session in Artificial Intelligence (AI).