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Register Your School Team

Join the FCT-SEB Entrepreneurship Competition and give your students the opportunity to showcase their innovative ideas and entrepreneurial skills.

Important Dates

  • Registration Opens:

    September 15, 2025

  • Registration Closes:

    October 30, 2025

  • Zonal Eliminations:

    November 15-30, 2025

Registration Fee

₦10,000

per school team

Account Details

9302036862 - Stanbic IBTC Bank

Account Name

SARATU BIJIMIN

The registration fee covers:

  • Competition materials and resources
  • Mentorship sessions for students
  • Workshop participation for team mentors
  • Seed fund for project development

Required Documents

  • School Authorization Letter

    On official letterhead, signed by the principal

  • Team Information

    Names, classes, and roles of team members

  • Project Proposal

    Brief description of the project idea (max 500 words)

  • Mentor Information

    Name, contact details, and subject area of teacher/mentor

  • Payment Receipt

    Copy of registration fee payment receipt

Participation Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

  • All secondary schools in the Federal Capital Territory are eligible to participate.

  • Each school may enter up to two teams of 3-5 students each.

  • Students must be currently enrolled in JSS1-SS3 classes.

  • Each team must have a teacher/mentor from their school.

  • Projects must align with the competition theme: Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability.

  • Schools must complete the registration process by the specified deadline.

Why Participate

Benefits of Participation

Skills Development

Students gain hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, and specific vocational skills relevant to their projects.

Mentorship

Access to industry experts and professionals who provide guidance throughout the competition.

Recognition

Opportunity for students and schools to gain recognition at local, national, and international levels.

Prizes

Cash prizes, equipment for schools, and educational trips abroad for winning teams.

Career Pathways

Exposure to potential career paths in renewable energy, environmental sustainability, and entrepreneurship.

International Exposure

Top performers get opportunities for international visits and participation in global youth forums.

Success Stories

What Schools Say About Us

"The FCT-SEB competition has been transformative for our students. It provides them with real-world challenges and the support to develop innovative solutions. The mentorship and exposure they receive is invaluable for their future careers."

Principal

Mr. Johnson Adebayo

Principal, Government Secondary School, Wuse

"As a teacher mentor, I've witnessed incredible growth in my students through this competition. They develop not just technical skills, but also team collaboration, problem-solving, and presentation abilities. The support from FCT-SEB throughout the process is exceptional."

Teacher

Mrs. Elizabeth Okonkwo

Science Teacher, Baptist High School, Garki

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, schools can register up to two teams. Each team must work on different projects and have separate team members and mentors.

Yes, all registered teams receive a small seed fund to help with project development. Finalists receive additional funding to refine their prototypes.

Teams are assigned to zones based on their school's geographic location within the FCT. This information will be communicated to schools after registration is complete.

Yes, teams can include students from different classes (JSS1-SS3), provided they are all from the same school.

Limited changes to team composition are permitted with proper documentation and approval from FCT-SEB. Please contact the coordination office if you need to make changes.

Schools will receive confirmation of successful registration within 5 working days after submission. Further details about zone assignments and competition schedules will follow.

Have more questions about registration or the competition?

Contact Our Support Team