The National Girls in ICT Competition stands as a visionary initiative spearheaded by Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy, with the overarching goal of catalyzing a transformative impact on the country’s ICT landscape.
This innovative platform extends a warm invitation to secondary school girls, encouraging them to unveil and demonstrate their prowess, creativity, and innovative capabilities across diverse domains within the information and communication technology sector. Beyond a mere competition, it serves as a catalyst for fostering increased female participation and leadership within the ICT sector, thereby contributing to a more inclusive and diversified industry landscape.
– Develop coding, programming, web development, cybersecurity, and data analytics skills.
– Gain recognition and support from government agencies, educational institutions, and industry leaders.
– Network and learn through workshops, mentorship programs, and networking events.
Recognition and Rewards
Certificates, Scholarships, laptops, trophies, and certificates for winners., and opportunities for further education and development.
Timeline
-STAGE 1: National Call for Applications
22nd January – 18th February 2024
– STAGE 2: Virtual States Pitching Competition
12th March – 14th March 2024
– STAGE 3: Virtual National Pitching Competition
16th March 2024
Rewards for Participants:
– Stage 1 Participants:
E-Certificate and guidelines to set up Girls in ICT clubs.
– Stage 2 Participants:
Honorable mentions, certificates, and access to online courses.
– Stage 3 Participants:
Scholarships, laptops, trophies, and certificates for winners.
Application procedure and deadline
Applications can be completed through the online portal. Application timeline is between 22nd January – 18th February 2024.
