Cursory: In the Mathema 1.0 Competition organized by Secoken Limited, Eminence College emerged as the winners, followed by Sachel College as the first runner-up and Utopia College as the second runner-up. The competition aimed to assess students’ mathematics skills and promote academic excellence in STEM subjects. The competition journey involved multiple stages, leading to the grand finale held in Lagos.
In the first edition of the Mathema 1.0 Competition, a challenging mathematics contest that assessed students’ proficiency in numbers and calculations nationwide, three secondary schools; Utopia College, Sachel College, and Eminence College have emerged as the victorious participants.
This thrilling competition was organized by Secoken Limited, a well-known platform dedicated to skill development, creating opportunities, and providing rewards.
The primary objective of the competition was to promote academic excellence and cultivate a passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) subjects among young learners.
During the grand finale held in Lagos, the students from Eminence College in Ogun State displayed exceptional performance, leading them to secure the ultimate trophy as the overall winners of the inaugural competition. Their outstanding achievements earned the school a prize money of ₦500,000.
The first runner-up position was achieved by Sachel College from Lagos State which received a prize money of ₦300,000.The second runner-up position was clinched by students from Utopia College, from Lagos State, who were awarded a cash prize of ₦100,000.
Joshua Ajayi, chief executive officer of Awesome Communications, and special guest of honour while presenting the cheque to the overall winners, praised the resilience of all participants at the competition, urging them to continue in their strides and not to rest on their oars.Ajayi also commended the organisers of the competition for what he described as an exceptionally organised event.
Segun Emmanuel Osunniyi, managing director and co-founder of Secoken Limited, in his address said what inspired the firm to organise Mathema 1.0, is the quest for motivating students and providing them with a platform to compete and enhance their academic abilities.
“We initiated Mathema to encourage students in their studies and create an environment where they can develop their analytical skills through healthy competition,” he said.
He expressed his excitement about the achievements of the competition and the significant strides it has made. He expressed his satisfaction with the results from hard work.
In his words:
“We are thrilled with the turnout and participation for this inaugural edition. Our dedicated efforts, sleepless nights, and selfless sacrifices have borne fruit,” he said.
Kolade Olubobokun, chief operating officer and co-founder of Secoken Limited, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the significance of promoting academic excellence among secondary students in Lagos State
“Mathema was conceived as a means to contribute to the educational landscape, fostering a greater love for STEM subjects. We recognised the value of cultivating talents at a young age and equipping them with valuable skills even before they enter higher institutions,” he said.
Olubobokun further disclosed that the maiden edition of Mathema 1.0 received an overwhelming response from schools across Lagos and Ogun States.In addition, he said:
“We are confident that the next edition will surpass this one in size, participation, and support. Mathema 1.0 sets the stage for an exciting future, empowering young minds and propelling the pursuit of excellence in mathematics.
“Secoken Limited remains committed to nurturing and celebrating the exceptional mathematical talents that emerge from the vibrant educational landscape of Lagos.”
All participating schools went through a demanding competition journey, consisting of multiple stages that culminated in the grand finale. The first stage commenced on October 21, 2022, with an impressive turnout of approximately 200 students.
The finalists were selected through a rigorous shortlisting process based on their scores, and they advanced to compete for the top prize.
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