SystemSpecs, the parent company of Remita, has said that it is set to announce new tech champions from the 2024 SystemSpecs Children’s Day Essay Competition. According to a press release, the event will take place virtually on May 27, 2024, marking a significant celebration of young talent and innovation.
Founded in 1992 by John Obaro, SystemSpecs initiated the Children’s Day Essay Competition in 2020, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The competition has, in the past five years, inspired and cultivated the critical thinking, leadership and advocacy skills of young Nigerians between the ages of nine and 16. The statement further said that this year’s competition received an overwhelming response from public and private schools from 36 states and FCT in Nigeria.
“The Children’s Day Essay Competition is more than just a contest; it is a platform for young minds to express their ideas and solutions to national issues,” said ‘DeRemi Atanda, Managing Director, Remita. He added: “We are thrilled to recognize and celebrate these young Nigerian tech champions who exemplify our values – innovation and diligence in pursuit of excellence.
Our goal is to nurture these talents and support their development, contributing to Nigeria’s technological advancement.” “We are grateful to all the judges who played a crucial role in the evaluation process. Their expertise and dedication have been instrumental in identifying and celebrating the deserving winners of this competition”, said Bukola Adeboye, Group Head, Corporate Services.
The winners will be announced by members of the executive leadership of SystemSpecs Group, alongside digital content creator and strategist, Miss. Tobi Ayeni, also known as ‘Miss Techy’ during the virtual ceremony. Afterwards, there will be an awards ceremony on June 7, 2024, which will honour the winners with prizes, certificates, and opportunities for mentorship and further growth in the tech industry.
