The Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has officially opened registration for the maiden edition of the Lagos Cleaner Energy Schools Innovation Challenge (LCESIC) 2026. This flagship initiative aims to inspire and equip the next generation of energy innovators across the state.
Commissioner Highlights Strategic Investment in Youth
Honourable Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Biodun Ogunleye, described the programme as a strategic investment in the future of Lagos. He stated, "The future of sustainable energy depends not only on infrastructure but, more importantly, on people. Through the Lagos Cleaner Energy Schools Innovation Challenge, we are investing in the next generation of innovators by nurturing creativity, inspiring critical thinking and empowering students to develop practical solutions that will shape the future of energy in Lagos State and beyond."
Ogunleye further noted, "Our vision is to build an innovation ecosystem where students understand that their ideas matter and that government is committed to supporting innovation from the classroom to real-world impact."
Eligibility and Team Composition
The challenge is open to eligible Senior Secondary School One (SS1) and Senior Secondary School Two (SS2) students from Education Districts I, II, and III. Participating schools must form teams comprising five students, a supervising teacher, and a mentor. Teams will develop practical clean energy solutions within designated technical tracks and compete through district-level contests before advancing to the State Championship.
Alignment with THEMES+ Agenda
The initiative aligns with the Lagos State Government's THEMES+ Agenda by strengthening Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, promoting youth development, advancing clean energy innovation, and positioning Lagos as Nigeria's leading hub for technological advancement.
Registration Process
Secondary schools across the eligible education districts are encouraged to constitute their teams, appoint supervising teachers and mentors, and complete registration through the official application portal. Further information on eligibility requirements, competition guidelines, and the registration process is available on the Lagos State Government website at www.lagosstate.gov.ng.
