Emmanuel Jesuferanmi Ojedele, a 200-level Architecture student at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), has emerged as the winner of the 2024 Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) National Undergraduate Essay Competition.

This prestigious event featured over 2,000 participants from across Nigeria, with Emmanuel defeating 10 other finalists at the award ceremony held at NCDMB Tower, Ox-Bow Lake, Yenagoa.

Prizes for Top Winners

• Emmanuel Ojedele (1st Place):
  • ₦1 million cash prize.
  • Brand-new laptop.
  • Golden plaque.
• Miracle Okoli (2nd Place):
  • 200-level Law student, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
  • ₦750,000 cash prize.
  • Brand-new laptop and plaque.
• Okogbe Mary (3rd Place):
  • 19-year-old Electrical Engineering student, Igbinedion University, Okada.
  • ₦500,000 cash prize.
  • Brand-new laptop and plaque.

NCDMB’s Commitment to Educational Growth

Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, the Executive Secretary of NCDMB (represented by Esueme Dan-Kikile, General Manager of Corporate Communications), praised the participants and emphasized the competition’s role in:

• Enhancing writing skills.
• Promoting local content awareness.
• Encouraging civic engagement among Nigerian undergraduates.

The essay competition complements NCDMB’s Science Quiz Competition, which fosters STEM education in Nigerian secondary schools.

Organiser’s Remarks

Mr. Eyinimi Omorizi, CEO of Mahogany 21st Century Concepts Limited, lauded the competitiveness of the event, noting that the top 10 finalists were selected after thorough evaluation of over 2,000 entries.

FUTA’s Celebration of Excellence

FUTA’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adenike Oladiji, congratulated Emmanuel for his exceptional achievement, describing him as a “worthy ambassador” and a trailblazer in national and international competitions.

FUTA remains committed to supporting and celebrating students who excel in academics and extracurricular activities.

This win not only highlights Emmanuel’s dedication but also reinforces FUTA’s reputation for nurturing exceptional talent.

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