FCMB and Animation Hub have unveiled a nationwide artificial intelligence (AI) education initiative aimed at empowering more than 138,000 Nigerian children with future-ready digital skills.
The programme, known as the Feature Earth AI Creators Programme, was officially launched on Friday, June 5, 2026, in commemoration of World Environment Day. The initiative is being implemented by Animation Hub in partnership with First City Monument Bank (FCMB) through the bank's Flip to Tech Initiative.
Designed for children aged between 8 and 15 years, the programme seeks to combine artificial intelligence, digital creativity, and environmental education to inspire young Nigerians to become innovators and problem-solvers within their communities.
According to the organisers, the initiative will be rolled out across 5,760 schools nationwide, with 24 children selected from each participating school. This is expected to bring the total number of beneficiaries to more than 138,000, making it one of Africa's largest youth-focused AI and environmental storytelling programmes.
Participants will receive training in AI-powered storytelling, animation, digital content creation, and environmental awareness. They will also learn how to use AI tools to produce short films and visual storytelling projects addressing pressing environmental challenges such as climate change, flooding, plastic pollution, waste management, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable living.
The programme is being led by Adetunwase Adenle, a four-time Guinness World Records holder, Co-Founder of Animation Hub, Founder of the Slum Art Foundation, and Project Coordinator of the Feature Earth AI Creators Programme.
Speaking at the launch, Adenle said the initiative was created to ensure Nigerian children are not left behind as artificial intelligence continues to reshape education, creativity, and innovation around the world.
“Artificial intelligence is transforming the world at an unprecedented pace, and our children deserve the opportunity to learn, create, and innovate with these tools,” he said.
“We want children to move beyond being consumers of technology and become creators of ideas, solutions, and stories that can positively impact their communities.”
Eligibility (Confirmed So Far)
Nigerian children aged 8 to 15 years
Participants will be selected through 5,760 participating schools nationwide
24 children are expected to be selected from each school
Application Process
As of now, organisers have not announced:
A public registration website
An application form
A submission deadline
Required documents
Whether parents can apply directly or applications must come through schools
How to Apply
At the time of filing this report, FCMB and Animation Hub had not released a public application portal or registration link for the Feature Earth AI Creators Programme. Interested schools, parents, and students are advised to monitor official announcements from Animation Hub and FCMB for registration details, selection procedures, and programme timelines. The organisers have confirmed that participants will be drawn from 5,760 schools across Nigeria, with 24 children selected from each participating school.
Official Websites
The organisers noted that the programme aligns with global efforts to promote digital literacy among young people while encouraging environmental responsibility through technology-driven creativity.
Industry observers say the initiative could help prepare a new generation of Nigerian innovators by introducing children to emerging technologies at an early age and equipping them with skills that are increasingly relevant in the digital economy.