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Deputy Director, Strategic Business Initiatives at ipNX, pictured with a cross-section of event sponsors and LCCI executives at the LCCI Annual Secondary School Essay Competition held on November 27 at the Commerce House, Victoria Island, Lagos.
ipNX, a leading technology and telecommunications company in Nigeria, collaborated with the Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) on 27th November 2025 to celebrate outstanding young student innovators at the Annual Secondary School Essay Competition, held at Commerce House, Victoria Island, Lagos. The Lagos Chambers of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) Annual Secondary School Essay Competition, is a flagship educational initiative designed to nurture the intellectual potential of Nigerian students and equip them with a deeper understanding of economic and business concepts.
This year’s competition explored the timely and futuristic theme: “The Role of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence: Positive and Negative Effects Shaping the Future of the Job Sector in Nigeria” bringing together brilliant students from across Lagos who showcased exceptional writing, critical thinking, and communication abilities. Their essays and debates demonstrated a deep understanding of how rapidly advancing technologies particularly Artificial Intelligence and robotics are reshaping industries and job roles, creating new career pathways, and redefining the future of work in Nigeria.
The competition, organized by LCCI’s Business Education Services and Training (BEST) Unit, was designed to encourage students to explore and discuss critical economic and business issues, sharpen analytical thinking, develop problem-solving skills, and improve their communication abilities.
ipNX’s Commitment to Education and Youth Development
As one of Nigeria’s leading Information and Communications Technology companies, this sponsorship aligns with a key part of ipNX’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, which focuses on supporting educational development, empowering youth, and creating opportunities for the next generation of leaders and innovators. By investing in initiatives such as the LCCI Essay Competition, ipNX reinforces its commitment to social impact and nation-building.
Representing ipNX at the event were the Deputy Director, Strategic Business Initiatives, Mr. Segun Okuneye, and the Head of Marketing & Corporate Communications, Mobolaji Caxton-Martins, who engaged with students, presented prizes, and reaffirmed our dedication to supporting initiatives that foster innovation and thought leadership among youth.
“Education is the cornerstone of national development, and we are proud to support initiatives that challenge students to think critically, innovate, and excel. With our sponsorship, we not only aim to celebrate these young talents but also to inspire them to become leaders and problem-solvers who will shape Nigeria’s future,” said Segun Okuneye, the Deputy Director, Strategic Business Initiative, ipNX Nigeria.
Award Winners and Recognition
The winners of this year’s competition impressed the judges with their strong understanding of robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI), offering compelling perspectives on how Nigeria can adapt, innovate, and thrive in a technology-driven economy. Students who demonstrated exceptional skill, insight, and creativity were recognized and awarded at the event with prizes and accolades to encourage their continued academic excellence.
ipNX is inspired by the brilliance, creativity, and potential displayed by every student who participated. We remain committed to investing in educational excellence, youth empowerment, and initiatives that expand awareness of emerging technologies across Nigeria.
