By MTN Nigeria’s mPulse team has visited Glorious Covenant School in Rivers State to honour Ikenna Ikechukwu, the 2024 MTN mPulse Spelling Bee champion. The event celebrated Ikenna’s remarkable achievement, sealed with his flawless spelling of “Cornucopia,” and highlighted the school’s role in nurturing talent.
The visit was a celebration of excellence and innovation. Ikenna won the Spelling Bee champion title at the Grand Finale in Lagos in November 2024, and was awarded ₦5 million scholarship, a laptop, a smartphone, and an mPulse goody bag. This time his school, Glorious Covenant School was gifted 10 laptops and 10 MTN 5G routers, a resource that promises to enhance the learning experience for all students.
“This competition celebrates hard work, talent, and determination. It’s about empowering our youth to dream big and achieve more. We’re proud of Ikenna and thrilled to contribute to the development of his school,” said Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, Chief Marketing Officer, MTN Nigeria.
“This event is about more than prizes; it’s about investing in the future of education and inspiring young minds. Ikenna’s success reflects the boundless potential of Nigerian youth”, she added.
The visit not only celebrated Ikenna’s achievement but also raised awareness of the MTN mPulse Spelling Bee competition, encouraging schools in the region to participate in upcoming editions. Students and staff expressed their gratitude for the support and were inspired to strive for greater heights.
The excitement among students and staff was evident as they envisioned new possibilities for learning with MTN’s contributions set to revolutionize digital education at Glorious Covenant School.
As Ikenna prepares to assume his role as MTN CEO for a Day, his journey stands as a testament to the power of opportunity and dedication. Ikenna shared his gratitude and aspirations: “Winning this competition has been life-changing. I hope my story inspires others to believe in themselves and work hard.”
