The 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme has announced the winners of its inaugural National Impact Challenge. This initiative highlights fellows who are learning digital skills and applying them to address real-world issues across Nigeria.
Challenge Attracts Over 2,500 Submissions
The challenge drew more than 2,500 submissions from fellows in all 36 states of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory. This demonstrates the scale, creativity, and ambition within the country's growing digital talent ecosystem.
Outstanding projects were recognized and rewarded across three award categories:
- 100 Laptop Winners
- 10 Tablet Winners
- Mobile Data Winners
Collectively valued at 20 million naira, the prizes are designed to remove barriers and accelerate the transition from learning to impact.
Minister Commends Fellows
Dr. Bosun Tijani, Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, said: "What we are witnessing through the 3MTT Impact Challenge is the emergence of a new generation of builders. These fellows are not waiting for opportunities; they are creating them. This is how we move as a nation from potential to productivity."
The National Impact Challenge marks a pivotal moment in 3MTT's evolution. It reinforces that the programme's ambition extends far beyond certification. The goal is to create a generation of problem-solvers whose work generates measurable economic and societal value for Nigeria.
As the programme continues to scale, it is clear that Nigeria is actively building the technical talent infrastructure that will define its next decade of growth.
