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Imo Digital Youth Challenge 2026

A state-wide competition for young digital creators aged 15-30 in Imo State. Showcase your skills and win recognition from government and industry sponsors.

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About This Contest

The Imo Digital Youth Challenge is the flagship competition of the Imo State Digital Talent Community. It is designed to discover, nurture, and celebrate the creative and technical talents of young people across Imo State.

Whether you are a game developer, animator, web designer, app builder, or filmmaker, this is your chance to showcase what you can create. All submissions will be reviewed by a panel of industry professionals, government representatives, and community leaders.

Eligibility & Rules

  1. Must be between 15 and 30 years of age
  2. Must be a resident of Imo State
  3. All submitted work must be original
  4. Maximum of 3 submissions per participant
  5. Submission must include rights declaration

Key Dates

  • Start: Mar 01, 2026
  • Deadline: May 31, 2026
  • Judging: Jun 15, 2026
  • Results: Jul 01, 2026

Submissions

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Prizes

1st Place

N500,000

+ Internship Opportunity

2nd Place

N300,000

+ Mentorship Program

3rd Place

N150,000

+ Professional Tools

Judging Criteria

How your submission will be evaluated

Creativity & Originality 30%
Technical Skill 25%
Cultural Relevance 20%
Presentation 15%
Community Impact 10%
Total = 100%

Contest Timeline

Mar 01, 2026

Applications Open

Start submitting your digital works across all categories.

May 31, 2026

Submission Deadline

Last day to submit your entries. No late submissions accepted.

Jun 15, 2026

Judging Period

Expert panel reviews all submissions against the criteria.

Jul 01, 2026

Results Announced

Winners announced and prizes awarded at a public ceremony.

Ready to Submit?

Create your account and submit your work before May 31, 2026.

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