One other wave of innovation, creativity, and youth expression is about to unfold, as Stanbic IBTC Holdings, a member of Normal {Bank} Group, formally returns with the extremely anticipated FUZE, its flagship youth empowerment platform constructed to highlight the way forward for Nigerian expertise.
Now in its fourth season, FUZE returns underneath a daring new theme: The Final Present. The 2025 version guarantees an even bigger stage, broader impression, and much more thrilling alternatives for rising stars throughout 4 inventive classes: music, dance, vogue, and tech.
Within the final version, winners collectively shared a ₦50 million prize pool. This yr’s version comes with a big improve in reward, a complete prize pool of ₦90 million, designed to speed up winners’ goals into tangible progress and long-term success.
With over 18,000 entries acquired since inception, FUZE has grown into some of the dynamic youth platforms in Nigeria, serving not solely as a showcase for expertise but in addition as a launchpad for inventive careers. This yr, the expertise expands even additional, mixing competitors with cultural storytelling, collaborative efficiency, and immersive digital engagement.
Audiences and individuals can count on to compete in a viral remix problem, a narrative problem that redefines viewers participation, and a present format impressed by world leisure requirements however deeply rooted in Nigeria’s vibrant youth expression.
Talking on the initiative, Olumide Oyetan, Chief Government, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, reaffirmed the organisation’s long-standing dedication to supporting youth development in Nigeria.
Olumide stated, “At Stanbic IBTC, we stay steadfast in our dedication to initiatives that contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth, particularly by means of the empowerment of younger folks. We imagine strongly within the transformative energy of youth. This platform brings that perception to life by creating an setting the place expertise is found, nurtured, and elevated into alternative. FUZE Season 4 is a continuation of that objective, and this version guarantees to be our most impactful but.”
Kunle Adedeji, Performing Chief Government, Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, expressed pleasure in regards to the platform’s evolution:
Kunle famous, “FUZE has at all times been extra than simply efficiency, it’s about giving younger folks throughout Nigeria a reputable, seen and highly effective area to showcase who they’re and what they will turn into. This season, we’re doubling down on that promise by increasing the format, the prize pool and the attain.”
To enter for this yr’s expertise present, individuals are inspired to go to occasions.stanbic ibtc.com, fill out the applying type, add a 1-minute video showcasing their expertise in both music, vogue, dance or tech and undergo obtain a novel ID through electronic mail.
For ongoing updates and key bulletins, individuals and followers can go to the official FUZE touchdown web page. The devoted Occasions App additionally gives real-time updates, unique content material, and schedules. For a glimpse into the vitality of earlier seasons, the Season 3 YouTube playlist gives a compelling showcase of FUZE’s journey thus far.
