Restoring Belief in Learning, Excellence & Integrity
A Mathematics & English contest for the brightest young minds in Kogi East — and the teachers who shape them.
Breaking the Cycle of Despair
Our young people are full of potential — curious, creative, and capable of greatness. Yet too many grow up without direction, without incentives to believe in honest striving. We are here to change that.
Rewarding Excellence
Outstanding students receive substantial cash prizes — proving that honest effort is valuable and rewarding.
Empowering Teachers
Teachers of winning students receive 50% of the prize — because those who shape great minds deserve recognition too.
Mentorship & Guidance
Distinguished leaders share their journeys, showing students real, attainable paths to fulfilment.
Breaking the Cycle
We restore the link between diligence and reward, reawakening belief that the future is truly boundless.
“Together, we can reorient our youth. Together, we can build a generation that values hard work, integrity, and vision.”
President / Convener, The People's Prize
How It Works
Schools across Kogi East nominate their brightest students. The top 3 from each Federal Constituency advance to the Final Round. Winners are celebrated at the Boundless Horizon Day alongside distinguished speakers and leaders.
Who Can Participate?
- Senior secondary school students (SS1 – SS3)
- Each school may nominate up to 3 students
- Students must be from schools within Kogi East
- Nominations must be submitted by the school Principal
Deadline: June 25, 2026
Brilliance, Rewarded
Outstanding students receive substantial prizes — proving that honest effort is not only valuable but also rewarding.
Champion Prize
Teacher Reward
50% of student's prize
First Runner-up
Teacher Reward
50% of student's prize
Second Runner-up
Teacher Reward
50% of student's prize
Featured Speakers
Distinguished leaders sharing their journeys — showing students real, attainable paths to fulfilment.
Prof. Sunday Atawodi
Fellow, African Academy of Sciences
Dr. Audu Saleh Dogo
Chief Research Officer, National Cereals Research Institute, Badeggi
Dr. H. Enesi Ozomarisi
Co-Founder, NurseryCorp
Abdulganiyu Suleiman
Founder & CEO, Saaaza Empire Worldwide Limited
October 9, 2026 — The Multipurpose Hall, Federal Polytechnic Idah
The Journey Ahead
Round 1
Thursday, July 2, 2026Federal Constituency Qualifying Round
Polytechnic Secondary School, Idah
St. Charles, Ankpa
Our Lady of School, Anyigba
Final Round
Thursday, October 8, 2026Top 3 from each constituency compete
Polytechnic Secondary School, Idah, Kogi State
Boundless Horizon Day
Friday, October 9, 2026Finale & Celebration — prizes awarded, distinguished leaders speak to students
The Multipurpose Hall, beside Admin., Federal Polytechnic Idah, Kogi State
Nominate Your Students
Schools are invited to nominate three (3) of their best senior students. Send nominations on or before June 25, 2026.
thepeoplesprize@gmail.com
Phone / SMS
0803 291 5719
Address
Omaga House, Opposite Federal Polytechnic, Idah, Kogi State
Nomination Deadline
June 25, 2026
Send student names via email or SMS to secure their spot in Round 1.