🏆 Pioneer School — STEM Clubs Across Africa

El-Olam International Schools
STEM Club

Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria — Since 1999

The first school in Jos to join the STEM Clubs Across Africa initiative. El-Olam International Schools is building a generation of young scientists, mathematicians, and innovators right in the heart of the Middle Belt of Nigeria — connecting Jos to the world.

1999

Founded

Jos

Location

Oct 2025

STEM Club Launch

Pioneer

Plateau State

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Students learning at El-Olam International Schools Jos

About the School

Building God-Fearing Children Through Qualitative Education

El-Olam International Schools was founded in 1999 with a mission to build God-fearing children through the provision of a qualitative educational foundation for children of all ages. Located in the heart of Jos, Plateau State, the school has served families in the Middle Belt of Nigeria for over 25 years.

The school's name — El-Olam, meaning "The Everlasting God" in Hebrew — reflects its deep commitment to character formation alongside academic excellence. Now, through the STEM Clubs Across Africa initiative, El-Olam is adding a new dimension to its mission: raising the next generation of African innovators.

Proprietoress: Mrs. Deborah Afolabi

Address: No. 5, Off J.D. Gomwalk Road, Behind Police Headquarters, Jos, Plateau State

Founded: 1999 — over 25 years of educational excellence in Jos

Level: Primary school (Grade 3 and above participating in STEM Club)

STEM Club Launch: October 13, 2025 — part of the historic global launch

Our Vision

Raising the Next Generation of African Innovators

The El-Olam STEM Club is where curiosity becomes capability. From Grade 3 upward, students are introduced to the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics — not just as subjects to pass, but as tools to change the world.

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Science That Solves Problems

Students learn to apply scientific thinking to real challenges — from clean water access to healthcare — building solutions that matter for their communities.

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Mathematics as a Foundation

From counting to calculus, students build a rock-solid mathematical foundation — the universal language that underpins every STEM discipline and every great innovation.

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Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Students are trained to think like entrepreneurs — identifying problems in their communities and building practical solutions that create real value.

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Global Connection

Through the STEM Clubs Across Africa network, El-Olam students connect with engineers, scientists, and mentors from the USA, Canada, UK, and across Africa.

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Character & Faith

In the tradition of El-Olam's founding mission, the STEM Club integrates character formation — building students who are not just brilliant, but good.

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Technology & AI Literacy

Students are introduced to coding, robotics, and artificial intelligence — equipping them to be creators of technology, not just consumers of it.

Technical Focus Areas

What Students Learn & Build

The El-Olam STEM Club introduces students to key technology and engineering domains — chosen because they directly address Africa's most pressing needs and the skills required to participate in the global economy.

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Solar Energy

Designing affordable solar energy solutions for Nigerian homes and communities

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Water Purification

Engineering low-cost water purification systems for clean drinking water access

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Computer Science

Coding, programming fundamentals, and building digital products from scratch

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Data & Analytics

Turning data into insights that drive better decisions for communities and businesses

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Artificial Intelligence

Understanding and applying AI to solve problems in African languages and contexts

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Engineering

Hands-on engineering skills applied to community infrastructure challenges

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Robotics

Designing and programming robots for practical applications in agriculture and industry

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Mathematics

From counting to calculus — the foundation of all STEM disciplines and innovation

In the News

The Launch That Made History — October 13, 2025

"We want to raise the next generation of Maxwells, Faradays, Newtons and top thinkers. We want to have high quality Mathematicians and Scientists coming out of Kenya, Angola, Nigeria and all across the continent. We don't just want them to know things anymore, we want them to do things with what they know." — Amos Tarfa, Founder, Learning Institute for Excellence (LIFE), Texas, USA — speaking at the October 13, 2025 launch

"LIFE and SparkLearn are now partnering with our schools to ensure that we are thinking outside the box and we are going to do beyond what is just in our community — you can meet people from all over the world." — Mrs. Kauna Kigun, Chief Operating Officer, LIFE

The October 13, 2025 virtual launch brought together participants from the United States, Canada, Nigeria, Angola, Cameroon, Kenya, and other countries. El-Olam International Schools in Jos was one of the pioneer institutions present at this historic event, representing the Middle Belt of Nigeria in the global STEM movement. Read the full coverage in The Sight News →

Collaborations

Connected to a Global Network

El-Olam does not operate in isolation. The STEM Club connects the school to a powerful network of partners, mentors, and organisations committed to transforming Africa through STEM education.

🌍 STEM Clubs Across Africa

El-Olam is a founding pioneer school in the STEM Clubs Across Africa initiative — part of a growing network of schools across the continent working toward the same vision of African innovation.

📚 Learning Institute for Excellence (LIFE)

The Counting to Calculus curriculum framework, teacher training, and mentorship programme are provided by LIFE — connecting El-Olam students to world-class mathematics and science education.

⚡ SparkLearn Nigeria

SparkLearn partners with LIFE to deliver character-based STEM education — ensuring that students develop not just technical skills, but the values and mindset to use those skills for good.

🔐 Cyber Training Group International (CTGI)

CTGI brings cybersecurity and technology training into the curriculum — preparing students for careers in one of the fastest-growing sectors of the global economy.

♟️ CSAP Chess for Africa

Chess develops strategic thinking, pattern recognition, and problem-solving — all foundational skills for STEM. Our partnership with CSAP Chess brings this dimension into the club.

👨‍💼 Diaspora Mentors & Engineers

Through the STEM Clubs Across Africa network, El-Olam students connect directly with Nigerian engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs based in the USA, Canada, and across the world.

What We Produce

Students Who Change Their World

Every student who goes through the El-Olam STEM Club leaves equipped not just with knowledge — but with the skills, networks, and confidence to build a better Africa.

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Young Scientists

Students who apply scientific thinking to real problems — from clean water to healthcare — in their communities and beyond.

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Young Entrepreneurs

Students who identify problems, build solutions, and think like founders — creating value for their communities from an early age.

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Globally Connected

Students with networks spanning Africa, North America, and Europe — able to access mentors, opportunities, and collaborators anywhere in the world.

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University Ready

Students with the academic foundation, portfolio, and confidence to pursue STEM degrees at top universities in Nigeria and abroad.

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Problem Solvers

Engineers and scientists who apply their skills to solve Africa's most pressing infrastructure and development challenges.

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People of Character

In the tradition of El-Olam's founding mission — graduates who are not just brilliant, but God-fearing, principled, and committed to serving others.

🎉 Launch Event

El-Olam Has Launched!

🎉 Launch Event — October 2025

El-Olam International Schools officially joined the STEM Clubs Across Africa initiative at the historic October 13, 2025 virtual launch — connecting Jos to a global network of educators, engineers, and innovators. The school is fully on board and we are thrilled to have them as a pioneer institution representing Plateau State and the Middle Belt of Nigeria.

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Help El-Olam Build the Future of Jos

Whether you are a parent, a Jos alumnus, a business owner, or simply someone who believes in Africa's future — there is a role for you in this story. Be a mentor. Make a donation. Sponsor equipment. Your investment changes lives in the Middle Belt of Nigeria.

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