The Solutionist Contest is a rigorous intellectual competition for the brightest multidimensional problem-solvers who reside in Nigeria. Contestants compete in designing research-driven innovations, tackling exceptionally difficult logical problems, and original thinking. The top 3 finalists will share ₦1,000,000 (one million naira) in prize money, with a 3-month paid internship offer for up to 12 finalists to work on projects that solve real-world problems.
Applications will close on the 15th of January 2023, or when we have 1,000 applicants. Apply below.
ELIGIBILITY: The ideal candidate is an undergraduate or an autodidact with a demonstrable commitment to self-education, under the age of 30, but the program is also open to pre-university students and graduates of all ages. All candidates must reside in Nigeria at the time of the contest.