NDDC’s Girl Child STEM Competition Empowers Young Girls

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The Niger Delta Development Commission is taking significant steps to boost science and technology education among young girls in the Niger Delta region. The initiative aims to bridge the gender gap in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and foster innovation.

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The NDDC organised a Girl Child STEM competition, featuring participants from the nine Niger Delta states. The competition served as a platform to nurture future female leaders in technology and engineering. Dr. Awele Chukwudifu, Director of Education, representing the NDDC Managing Director, said, “This STEM competition has brought enormous benefits to the girl child by equipping them with the technological skills essential for the future.”

Professor Continue Eletu, representing the Director of the Rivers State Office, emphasized that the initiative aligns with the Commission’s policy priorities. He noted that the Ogbuku-led administration remains committed to empowering girls in the Niger Delta by providing them opportunities to excel in STEM-related fields. Eletu stated, “This initiative gives students a platform to excel in mathematics, engineering, and science, which are fundamental for innovation and societal growth.”

The event’s highlight was the presentation of awards to the top-performing students, with the overall winner, Miss Jegede Osamagbe, expressing gratitude: “I thank the NDDC for this opportunity. To every young girl out there, remember—if you can imagine it, you can achieve it.” The Lead Consultant for the program, Chief Godson Ideozu, described the event as the culmination of a rigorous selection process and revealed that the next phase would involve mentorship to ensure sustained interest in STEM fields

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