Lagos seeks student-driven clean energy solutions through innovation challenge
The Lagos State Government has called on secondary school students to develop innovative solutions to clean energy challenges through the maiden edition of the Lagos Cleaner Energy Schools Innovation Challenge (LCESIC) 2026.
The initiative, unveiled by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, aims to equip students with the skills to develop practical energy solutions while promoting innovation, creativity and critical thinking.
Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Biodun Ogunleye, described the challenge as a strategic investment in the future of Lagos, saying it reflects the government’s commitment to youth empowerment, innovation and sustainable development.
“The future of sustainable energy depends not only on infrastructure but, more importantly, on people. Through the Lagos Cleaner Energy Schools Innovation Challenge, we are investing in the next generation of innovators by nurturing creativity, inspiring critical thinking and empowering students to develop practical solutions that will shape the future of energy in Lagos State and beyond,” he said.
The challenge is open to Senior Secondary School I (SS1) and Senior Secondary School II (SS2) students in Education Districts I, II and III, with participating schools expected to form teams of five students, a supervising teacher and a mentor.
The teams will develop practical clean energy solutions within designated technical tracks and compete at district-level contests before advancing to the state championship.
Ogunleye said the initiative is designed to nurture young talents capable of addressing Nigeria’s energy challenges while encouraging collaboration, creativity and problem-solving among students.
He added that the programme aligns with the Lagos State Government’s THEMES+ Development Agenda by strengthening STEM education, promoting youth development, advancing clean energy innovation and positioning Lagos as a leading hub for technological advancement.
