Seplat Energy Plc, in collaboration with its Joint Venture partner, NNPC Exploration and Production Limited, has provided ₦18 million in support to students from Edo and Delta States.
The firm made the disclosure shortly after the grand finale of the 2025 edition of the PEARLs Quiz competition for secondary schools across Edo and Delta States on Saturday in Asaba, the Delta State capital.
The Pioneer Education Centre, Edo State, emerged winner and took home the N10m prize money, while second and third placed schools, Notre Dame College, Uzoro, Delta State and Eucharistic Heart of Jesus Model College, Benin, Edo State, received N5 m and N3 m, respectively.
The PEARLs Quiz, which stands for Promoting Exceptional and Respectable Leaders, is one of Seplat Energy JV’s flagship Corporate Social Investment initiatives geared towards the promotion of academic excellence, nurturing critical thinking, and inspiring the next generation of leaders.
In her opening remarks, the Director of External Affairs and Social Performance, Seplat Energy, Chioma Afe, represented by Hadiza Garbati, General Manager, Government Relations, Seplat, welcomed the governments of Delta and Edo States and congratulated all the participants, particularly those who made it to the grand finale.
She noted that by the quality of participation in this year’s edition, the students have demonstrated that the initiative is already bearing fruit by nurturing young people. “A school might be going home today with the prize, but all of you are already winners, and I congratulate you,” she said.
She commended the teachers, many of whom have also been trained under various CSI initiatives of Seplat for encouraging the students to make the 2025 PEARLs Quiz a huge success
In addition to the quiz competition, the grand finale also featured the STEAM Innovation Challenge, where students showcased inventive projects in the areas of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics
Nicolas Foucart, Managing Director of NNPC Exploration and Production Limited, represented by the Corporate Communication Department’s Godwin Ijiga, expressed joy at the enthusiasm and brilliance demonstrated by the participants across Edo and Delta States.
In his remarks, Sheriff Oborevwori, Delta State Governor, represented by Ms. Orode Udughan, Delta State Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Community Support Services and Girl Child Development, commended the Seplat JV for the initiative, which he said has greatly impacted students in Edo and Delta states for many years.
She said, “Today, we celebrate not just a contest but the brilliance, promise and potential of our young people, the true future of our states and our nation. On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, I extend profound appreciation to Seplat Energy and the NNPC Joint Venture for their consistent and impactful investment in education. The PEARLS quiz, which translates to promoting exceptional and respectable Leaders, is a shining example of corporate social responsibility that aligns perfectly with our developmental vision. For years, this initiative has provided a vibrant platform for students to demonstrate intellect, confidence and character while promoting the culture of academic excellence.”
