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Four distinguished Nigerian “Legends” are headlining a movement to restore the pride in and purpose of Nigeria’s secondary school education. Through the CHAMP High School Quiz 2025 initiative, which premieres on Saturday, July 5, 2025, these Legends are using their personal journeys to motivate current students to excel and also challenge old students to give back their resources - time, money or both to shape the next generation.

At the heart of this campaign is Gbenga Shobo, a proud alumnus of[b] St. Gregory’s College, Lagos (1974–79)[/b]. His journey in Nigeria’s financial sector traces back to the corridors and classrooms of St. Greg’s. “The values of hard work, integrity, and the strong Gregorians’ brotherhood shaped my 40-year journey in finance and my rise to Deputy MD at FirstBank,” he shares. For Shobo, school was never just about academics—it was where principles were formed, lifelong friendships built, and a network of purpose-driven leaders was birthed.

[b]Dr. Oluwatoyin Sanni (Queen’s School, Ibadan, 1975–80), [/b]founder and Executive Vice-Chair of Emerging Africa Group, also traces her journey in leadership, finance, and advocacy back to the firm roots at Queen’s School Ibadan. The school’s well-equipped science laboratories gave her early exposure to Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and the lessons from Newton’s Laws and Pythagoras’ Theorem which would later influence not just her understanding of the world, but her ability to make sound, logical decisions in business.

Despite eventually studying Law at the University of Ife, her fondness for subjects like Mathematics and English Literature, shaped a unique blend of analytical and creative thinking that has defined her over four-decade career. “Queen’s School taught me how to think, create, lead—and also how to be part of a community,” she reflects. Today, as an influential voice on financial literacy, Dr. Sanni carries with her not just the knowledge from school but the values and passions ignited there.

Dotting the skyline of Ikoyi and Victoria Island, Lagos is the footprint of Chike Iroegbunam, a distinguished Architect and Realtor and Founder of Orangeline Limited. He returned from the UK to attend Igbobi College, Lagos (1976-81), and that decision shaped his life for good.

After a decade at Integrated Consultants Architects—founded by former Vice President Alex Ekwueme—Chike launched PM + CDC Associates, overseeing development projects worth over ₦500 million annually. His imprint is visible on banks, residences, telecoms, and more. “Igbobi gave me a foundation of strong values and principles—tools that helped turn my architectural dreams into reality,” he recalls. To him, his school was more than a platform for studies; it shaped his vision, leadership, and service orientation.

At the helm of Nigerian Exchange Limited in Lagos is Jude Chiemeka, the current CEO and proud alumnus of St. Anthony’s College, Ubulu-Uku, Delta State (1981–86). He has built a career across securities trading, asset management, and investment banking that spans more than 30 years. From launching Nigeria’s first Eurobonds and gender-focused mutual funds to creating the first West African Exchange Traded Derivatives and NGX Pension Broad Index, the equities benchmark for Pension Funds Administrators in Nigeria, Jude credits his days at St. Anthony for instilling in him a deep sense of purpose. “We were raised with a consciousness to emerge and to create — guided by the fear of God,” he says. That ethos continues to guide his leadership at the Nigerian Exchange, where he champions innovation and inclusion.

These four Legends: Gbenga Shobo, Dr. Toyin Sanni, Chike Iroegbunam and Jude Chiemeka are more than just alumni; they are torchbearers of a powerful message: that the secondary school experience shapes destinies. Their stories are living proof that the values instilled during those formative years—discipline, integrity, creativity, leadership, and community can chart a lifelong course toward excellence.
Similarly, at the heart of CHAMP is a simple but powerful belief: secondary school isn’t just a phase, it is the foundation for life. CHAMP High School Quiz 2025 (CHSQ) is a national edutainment series born out of a singular mission: to rekindle the legacy of Nigeria’s pre-independence high schools. 32 Schools entered the competition but only the top 8 schools qualified for the televised round.

For six consecutive weekends, from Saturday 5th July to Sunday 10th August, CHSQ will feature 24 SS2 students from 8 schools - CMS Grammar School, Lagos; Igbobi College, Lagos; Queen’s School, Ibadan; St. Gregory’s College, Lagos; Oriwu Model College, Ikorodu; Olivet Baptist High School, Oyo; Baptist Academy, Lagos; and Wesley College, Ibadan. They will compete in English, History, and Mathematics for a grant to augment the winning school’s science & tech equipment, a gold trophy and bragging right as Nigeria’s pre-independence High School champion.

The opening game between Queens School, Ibadan and CMS Grammar School, Lagos on Saturday, 12th July, will be followed by the clash of the “Baptists”, Olivet Baptist Oyo Vs Baptist Academy, Lagos, 6pm on Sunday, 13th July 2025.
After exciting head-to-head clashes, the best two schools will vie for honours at the finale slated for Sunday, 10th August 2025 at 6pm.
Each episode promises to deliver more than just brilliant answers—it’s a chance to reflect on the values of discipline, community, competition, and legacy that once united students across Nigeria’s iconic high schools.

CHAMP will air every Saturday and Sunday beginning July 5, 2025, 6pm on DStv Africa Magic Channel 154, and will also be streamed globally via YouTube (@TheSTEMAfrica). The show is designed not only to entertain and educate, but to awaken a deep sense of responsibility in alumni everywhere, challenging them to go beyond sentiment and become active stewards of the institutions that shaped them.
The project is produced by the award-winning team at JustMedia Productions, under the umbrella of theSTEMAfrica Initiative—a pan-African platform committed to reimagining education through STEM competition, and innovation. Known for impactful projects like Cowbellpedia, InterswitchSPAK, and The University Duel, theSTEMAfrica Initiative continues its mission with CHAMP, reminding us all that while buildings may age, the legacies we build—and rebuild—through our schools can endure for generations.

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I have lost count of how many times I have received that viral seven minute clip featuring the University of Ibadan taking on Kenyatta
University in the ZAIN Africa Challenge quiz involving universities from
countries across East, West, and Southern Africa. In just one week, it
showed up in four different WhatsApp groups I am in, with comments like
“We should make this video go viral, more than Big Brother House” and,
to be honest, I agree.


Let us backtrack a few years. Do you remember sitting on the living room floor with your siblings, your parents relaxing on the big couch, all gathered around the TV, enjoying the very best of educational shows like Cadbury’s Pronto BrainMatch, Who Wants to be a Millionaire and many others like them? You remember the excitement in the room, the quiet anticipation as the questions rolled in because they were more than just shows—they represented a shared moment of family time, learning, inspiration, and pride.

In those days, intellectual development wasn’t just important—it was drilled into us by our parents. They made sure we knew just how much education mattered for our future, and, to be fair, we understood the assignment. We knew education had the power to shape the course of our lives.

The Pan Africa contest - Zain Africa Challenge, came on years later. The competition did not only celebrate knowledge but positioned itself as a catalyst for academic excellence and cross-continental unity. Featuring university students across Africa who did not need shin guards or sneakers to compete, all that was required of them was knowledge, wit, and, of course, a sharp reflex. The participants’ knowledge was tested across disciplines, including science, literature, history, and current affairs. The Pan Africa TV Quiz show with over $100K prize winnings and educational grants was like no other, leaving an indelible mark on young people across Africa. It was fun and beautiful to watch and just like that, suddenly, we watched as these fascinating edutaining concepts disappeared into oblivion, making way for less intellectual, more mind-numbing content.

Multinationals, gaming and FinTech companies, with their deep pockets, eagerly pour funding into these superficial initiatives. And what’s the excuse? "We’re just after the eyeballs." The question is, “Who created these monsters that are steadily and aggressively hijacking our future in the name of entertainment?” So, education no dey pay again? Now it's all about nude images on TV, chasing clout, and walking away with N100 million. We even have state governors dishing out heavy cash to help housemates win votes, but when a student emerges as the best in their university, their reward for five years of hard work is N100,000. Really? The unspoken question that should hover at the edge of our consciousness is – “For how long are we going to abandon education, the very engine of growth and development, and sacrifice it on the altar of this quest for momentary fame?” It's high time we saved ourselves, before the damage becomes irreversible.


Remember how the mathematics competition, Cowbellpedia catapulted Faith Odunsi to fame? The math genius who blitzed through 18 questions in just 60 seconds and instantly became a sensation. It is no surprise that the Massachusetts Institute of Technology came knocking with a full scholarship offer worth over $400K to study Computer Science and Electrical Engineering. How about Oyindamola Aje, the 2019 InterswitchSPAK National High School STEM champion, who earned a scholarship to Texas A&M University, graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and now works at Chevron, California USA? These are just a couple of examples, but the list could go on. Out of over 200 million Nigerians, there are countless undiscovered geniuses, only because the opportunities to showcase them are few. Meanwhile, developed countries have ample programs that foster real growth, especially in STEM, and backed by quality government and private sector funding.

While the aforementioned initiatives are making great strides at the high school level, the absence of a similar initiative for university students like the Africa Challenge leaves a gap in the academic landscape. University-level competitions not only offer a higher level of intellectual rigour but also foster cross-border collaboration, which is essential for integration in education and beyond.

Competitions have long been a powerful tool in fostering well-rounded education, providing opportunities to discover, reward, and test the abilities of future leaders. These shows push students to think critically and solve real-world problems—skills that are vital for national development. Whether in technology, agriculture, or health, the intellectual capacity required by these contests builds the capacity for innovation that every society needs. By making learning enjoyable, they inspire younger generations to value their education while offering a refreshing break from the rigidity of traditional schooling. This balance between challenge and engagement makes these shows indispensable, as they nurture curiosity while keeping education both accessible and appealing.

While the rate of vanity content increases, educational content is being pushed further into the background receiving little to no attention. Most of the funding and attention is directed towards reality shows and celebrity-driven competitions. Why invest in a quiz show that doesn’t have contestants throwing tantrums or performing stunts? We consume more gossip than knowledge, leaving little room for content that stimulates critical thinking and intellectual growth. Educational shows face stiff competition for audience attention, to networks that may prioritize high-revenue shows like reality TV or sports, making it difficult for educational programs to find broadcast time.

Funding and sponsorship of educational shows often require significant financial backing for production, prizes, and logistics. Without sustained sponsorship from private companies, government institutions, or philanthropists, these shows struggle to maintain the necessary infrastructure to stay on air or scale their reach.
We need to bring back shows like Zain Africa Challenge and Who Wants To Be A Millionaire—especially something that fills the void in university-level academic competitions in Nigeria. It’s not just about nostalgia; it’s about signaling a new era for intellectual contests in our universities. It will interest you to know that we have over 500 tertiary Institutions including 270 licensed universities all with a population in excess of 4 million undergraduates in Nigeria. We need shows that push students to think out-of-the-box, and tackle the real-life challenges.

To achieve all these and more, the task before us is clear, we must prioritize and invest in educational content. With the right vision, financial support and infrastructure, educational competitions will reposition Nigeria and her 60% youth population; thereby empowering a new generation of leaders who are not only capable of meeting global standards but surpassing them. The time to act is now—before we are too far gone.

According to Will Rogers, “If you find yourself in a hole, stop digging.” We need to stop making the situation worse and start taking the small giant steps, especially in STEM Education.


Sumbo Oladipo is an independent evaluator and a public affairs/social commentator. She writes from Lagos.

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