InterswitchSPAK 7.0 Crowns Nigeria's Top STEM Students with Major Scholarships
Interswitch has officially revealed the triumphant winners of the seventh edition of InterswitchSPAK, its premier Corporate Social Responsibility initiative dedicated to advancing STEM education across Nigeria. This landmark program celebrates the nation's most exceptional senior secondary school students, distributing over ₦35 million in comprehensive scholarships and academic support packages to recognize and foster scientific talent.
Rigorous National Competition Culminates in Lagos Finale
The announcement follows an extensive and demanding selection process that spanned several months, involving rigorous nationwide assessments of more than 18,000 participating students from various regions. This competitive journey culminated in a high-stakes grand finale held in Lagos, where the brightest minds demonstrated their capabilities in scientific reasoning, innovative problem-solving, and intellectual endurance through multiple challenging stages.
Meet the Three Outstanding Scholarship Recipients
After progressing through the intense competition, three remarkable students emerged as the top performers, earning prestigious titles and substantial financial awards:
- Saint Riman from Adedokun International Schools in Ota, Ogun State, was crowned Nigeria's Best STEM Student. He received a significant ₦15 million tertiary education scholarship distributed over five years, complemented by a brand-new laptop and monthly stipends to support his ongoing academic journey.
- David Okorie from Caleb International College in Magodo, Lagos State, achieved the position of First Runner-Up. His accomplishment was rewarded with a ₦10 million scholarship spread across five years and a brand-new laptop.
- David Solomonezemma from Deeper Life High School in Enugu State secured the Second Runner-Up title. He was granted a ₦5 million scholarship also allocated over five years, along with a brand-new laptop.
Celebrating Excellence Beyond the Top Three
In addition to the primary winners, the competition recognized the outstanding performances of other finalists with cash rewards, ensuring that multiple students were celebrated for their dedication and skill. Furthermore, the teachers who mentored these talented individuals were also honored and rewarded, acknowledging their critical role in guiding, inspiring, and shaping the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.
Interswitch's Commitment to STEM Education and National Development
These awards vividly reflect Interswitch's deep-seated commitment to nurturing academic excellence and expanding access to quality STEM education for young Nigerians. Now in its seventh consecutive year, InterswitchSPAK has evolved into a nationally respected initiative that demonstrates how sustained private sector investment can create merit-based opportunities, inspire technological innovation, and contribute meaningfully to national development goals.
Each edition reinforces Interswitch's broader mission to prepare Nigerian students to compete confidently on the global stage while actively helping to shape Africa's innovation-driven future. By investing in STEM education, the program aims to build a robust pipeline of skilled professionals who can address complex challenges and drive economic growth through science and technology.
