Pitch Competition Ohiagu Chidiebere wins N1m STEM Africa prize
Ohiagu MunachimsoChidiebere has emerged winner of the pitch competition with cash prize of N1million in the 4th edition of STEM Africa Fest two locations in Nigeria (Lagos & Abuja) and three other African countries: Gambia, Sierra Leone, and Kenya. Participants in the competition vied for over N3 million in prizes, fostering a spirit of healthy competition and innovation.
The festival, sponsored by Àrgentil Group; featured a wide range of STEM activities, tech career talks and hands-on STEAM labs, including sessions on AI and Machine Learning, Coding, Robotics, Virtual Reality, 3DPrinting, Drone Technology, Science experiments, etc. The workshops provided children with wonders of technology and its real-world applications.
Peju Kayode-Aluko, Partner, Corporate Services at Àrgentil Group, emphasized the firm’s commitment to empowering African children with essential digital and leadership skills required for the future workforce.
“As a three-time sponsor of the STEM Africa Fest and a two-time sponsor of the STEAM Pitch Competition, Àrgentil remains dedicated to supporting education for children, a key component of the firm’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative.
Kayode-Aluko affirmed, “The STEAM competition’s vision continually aligns with the firm’s impact investment strategy and ESG principles, reflecting the values we uphold within our portfolio companies and transactions.”
A parent of one of the winners said, “This STEAM event was a fantastic experience for both me and my child. The hands-on activities were not only fun but also educational. It was amazing to see my child so engaged and excited about learning! ‘I say well done to the entire STEM Africa team.’”
