Organisers of the PEARLs Quiz Competition – the NNPC Exploration and Production Limited Seplat Energy Joint Venture – have said that 57, 000 students in Edo and Delta have benefited from the annual competition.Chioma Afe, who is Director, External Affairs and Social Performance, Seplat Energy Plc, in a statement on Tuesday, said PEARLs has grown into one of the joint venture’s most impactful education initiatives since its launch in 2012.“PEARLs builds confidence, discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills. To date, the programme has impacted over 57,000 students, with more than N100 million invested in school infrastructure and educational development,” she said.This year’s competition attracted 476 secondary schools, culminating in a keenly contested grand finale that celebrated academic excellence, innovation, confidence and character among young people.Notre Dame College, Ozoro, Delta State, emerged overall winner, receiving the championship trophy and a N10 million education infrastructure grant. Henson Demonstration School, Benin City, came second and received N5 million, while Lumen Christi College came third, winning N3 million.Student representatives and supervising teachers from the top three schools also received educational support prizes.Related News461 students benefit from scholarship schemeDon’t rush NYSC reform throughOgun school wins 33 medals, others at STEM OlympiadAlso speaking at the event, Samson Ezugworie who is the Chief Operating Officer, Seplat Energy Plc, said the joint venture’s education interventions are designed to address foundational gaps and create stronger pathways for young people to thrive.“Our approach goes beyond conventional educational support. It is about creating opportunities for students, schools and institutions to succeed, while building a stronger and globally competitive education system,” he said.The event featured a STEAM Innovation Showcase, where students presented practical solutions to real-world problems.Cradle High School emerged overall winner, while Ogbe Secondary School and Meridien Royal Academy placed second and third respectively, receiving cash prizes of N1 million, N500,000 and N200,000.Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development. Chioma Afe, who is Director, External Affairs and Social Performance, Seplat Energy Plc, in a statement on Tuesday, said PEARLs has grown into one of the joint venture’s most impactful education initiatives since its launch in 2012.“PEARLs builds confidence, discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills. To date, the programme has impacted over 57,000 students, with more than N100 million invested in school infrastructure and educational development,” she said.This year’s competition attracted 476 secondary schools, culminating in a keenly contested grand finale that celebrated academic excellence, innovation, confidence and character among young people.Notre Dame College, Ozoro, Delta State, emerged overall winner, receiving the championship trophy and a N10 million education infrastructure grant. Henson Demonstration School, Benin City, came second and received N5 million, while Lumen Christi College came third, winning N3 million.Student representatives and supervising teachers from the top three schools also received educational support prizes.Related News461 students benefit from scholarship schemeDon’t rush NYSC reform throughOgun school wins 33 medals, others at STEM OlympiadAlso speaking at the event, Samson Ezugworie who is the Chief Operating Officer, Seplat Energy Plc, said the joint venture’s education interventions are designed to address foundational gaps and create stronger pathways for young people to thrive.“Our approach goes beyond conventional educational support. It is about creating opportunities for students, schools and institutions to succeed, while building a stronger and globally competitive education system,” he said.The event featured a STEAM Innovation Showcase, where students presented practical solutions to real-world problems.Cradle High School emerged overall winner, while Ogbe Secondary School and Meridien Royal Academy placed second and third respectively, receiving cash prizes of N1 million, N500,000 and N200,000.Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development. “PEARLs builds confidence, discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills. To date, the programme has impacted over 57,000 students, with more than N100 million invested in school infrastructure and educational development,” she said.This year’s competition attracted 476 secondary schools, culminating in a keenly contested grand finale that celebrated academic excellence, innovation, confidence and character among young people.Notre Dame College, Ozoro, Delta State, emerged overall winner, receiving the championship trophy and a N10 million education infrastructure grant. Henson Demonstration School, Benin City, came second and received N5 million, while Lumen Christi College came third, winning N3 million.Student representatives and supervising teachers from the top three schools also received educational support prizes.Related News461 students benefit from scholarship schemeDon’t rush NYSC reform throughOgun school wins 33 medals, others at STEM OlympiadAlso speaking at the event, Samson Ezugworie who is the Chief Operating Officer, Seplat Energy Plc, said the joint venture’s education interventions are designed to address foundational gaps and create stronger pathways for young people to thrive.“Our approach goes beyond conventional educational support. It is about creating opportunities for students, schools and institutions to succeed, while building a stronger and globally competitive education system,” he said.The event featured a STEAM Innovation Showcase, where students presented practical solutions to real-world problems.Cradle High School emerged overall winner, while Ogbe Secondary School and Meridien Royal Academy placed second and third respectively, receiving cash prizes of N1 million, N500,000 and N200,000.Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development. This year’s competition attracted 476 secondary schools, culminating in a keenly contested grand finale that celebrated academic excellence, innovation, confidence and character among young people.Notre Dame College, Ozoro, Delta State, emerged overall winner, receiving the championship trophy and a N10 million education infrastructure grant. Henson Demonstration School, Benin City, came second and received N5 million, while Lumen Christi College came third, winning N3 million.Student representatives and supervising teachers from the top three schools also received educational support prizes.Related News461 students benefit from scholarship schemeDon’t rush NYSC reform throughOgun school wins 33 medals, others at STEM OlympiadAlso speaking at the event, Samson Ezugworie who is the Chief Operating Officer, Seplat Energy Plc, said the joint venture’s education interventions are designed to address foundational gaps and create stronger pathways for young people to thrive.“Our approach goes beyond conventional educational support. It is about creating opportunities for students, schools and institutions to succeed, while building a stronger and globally competitive education system,” he said.The event featured a STEAM Innovation Showcase, where students presented practical solutions to real-world problems.Cradle High School emerged overall winner, while Ogbe Secondary School and Meridien Royal Academy placed second and third respectively, receiving cash prizes of N1 million, N500,000 and N200,000.Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development. Notre Dame College, Ozoro, Delta State, emerged overall winner, receiving the championship trophy and a N10 million education infrastructure grant. Henson Demonstration School, Benin City, came second and received N5 million, while Lumen Christi College came third, winning N3 million.Student representatives and supervising teachers from the top three schools also received educational support prizes.Related News461 students benefit from scholarship schemeDon’t rush NYSC reform throughOgun school wins 33 medals, others at STEM OlympiadAlso speaking at the event, Samson Ezugworie who is the Chief Operating Officer, Seplat Energy Plc, said the joint venture’s education interventions are designed to address foundational gaps and create stronger pathways for young people to thrive.“Our approach goes beyond conventional educational support. It is about creating opportunities for students, schools and institutions to succeed, while building a stronger and globally competitive education system,” he said.The event featured a STEAM Innovation Showcase, where students presented practical solutions to real-world problems.Cradle High School emerged overall winner, while Ogbe Secondary School and Meridien Royal Academy placed second and third respectively, receiving cash prizes of N1 million, N500,000 and N200,000.Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development. Student representatives and supervising teachers from the top three schools also received educational support prizes.Related News461 students benefit from scholarship schemeDon’t rush NYSC reform throughOgun school wins 33 medals, others at STEM OlympiadAlso speaking at the event, Samson Ezugworie who is the Chief Operating Officer, Seplat Energy Plc, said the joint venture’s education interventions are designed to address foundational gaps and create stronger pathways for young people to thrive.“Our approach goes beyond conventional educational support. It is about creating opportunities for students, schools and institutions to succeed, while building a stronger and globally competitive education system,” he said.The event featured a STEAM Innovation Showcase, where students presented practical solutions to real-world problems.Cradle High School emerged overall winner, while Ogbe Secondary School and Meridien Royal Academy placed second and third respectively, receiving cash prizes of N1 million, N500,000 and N200,000.Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development. Also speaking at the event, Samson Ezugworie who is the Chief Operating Officer, Seplat Energy Plc, said the joint venture’s education interventions are designed to address foundational gaps and create stronger pathways for young people to thrive.“Our approach goes beyond conventional educational support. It is about creating opportunities for students, schools and institutions to succeed, while building a stronger and globally competitive education system,” he said.The event featured a STEAM Innovation Showcase, where students presented practical solutions to real-world problems.Cradle High School emerged overall winner, while Ogbe Secondary School and Meridien Royal Academy placed second and third respectively, receiving cash prizes of N1 million, N500,000 and N200,000.Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development. “Our approach goes beyond conventional educational support. It is about creating opportunities for students, schools and institutions to succeed, while building a stronger and globally competitive education system,” he said.The event featured a STEAM Innovation Showcase, where students presented practical solutions to real-world problems.Cradle High School emerged overall winner, while Ogbe Secondary School and Meridien Royal Academy placed second and third respectively, receiving cash prizes of N1 million, N500,000 and N200,000.Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development. The event featured a STEAM Innovation Showcase, where students presented practical solutions to real-world problems.Cradle High School emerged overall winner, while Ogbe Secondary School and Meridien Royal Academy placed second and third respectively, receiving cash prizes of N1 million, N500,000 and N200,000.Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development. Cradle High School emerged overall winner, while Ogbe Secondary School and Meridien Royal Academy placed second and third respectively, receiving cash prizes of N1 million, N500,000 and N200,000.Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development. Representatives of the Delta and Edo state governments commended the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV for sustaining investments that continue to strengthen education, inspire excellence and support youth development.