Professor Ogundipe Innovative Challenge (POIC) 3.0 Application Guide

The Professor Ogundipe Innovative Challenge (POIC) 3.0 is here and invites students to showcase their creativity and problem-solving skills.

This initiative, hosted by the Faculty of Science, University of Lagos (UNILAG), offers a platform to present innovative ideas that address real-world issues.

Who Can Participate in POIC

The challenge is open to all undergraduate and postgraduate students in Nigerian universities.

Participants must be aged between 16 and 35.

It is suitable for tech enthusiasts, business thinkers, and creative problem-solvers ready to make an impact.

Why Participate in the Challenge

• Gain hands-on experience by tackling societal challenges.
• Enhance your resume with a unique and impactful achievement.
• Build connections with industry professionals and talented peers.

Focus Areas of POIC

Participants must address challenges that align with one or more focus areas, which include:

• Agriculture.
• Software Engineering.
• Security.

The proposed ideas or projects should contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Application Process

To participate, submit your application through the POIC application portal.

Click the “Apply Now” button on the top menu to start your application.

Applications close at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, 20th December 2024.

What the Challenge Offers

POIC supports ideas that promote technological innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.

Participants are encouraged to submit solutions with societal impact that redefine existing approaches to problems or propose novel concepts.

Join the 3rd Edition of POIC

Take this opportunity to bring your ideas to life and contribute to a brighter future.

Be part of this transformative journey and let your innovation lead to positive change.