SystemSpecs’s  CDEC 2025 to Amplify Youth Tech Talent 

 SystemSpecs has announced the launch of its 2025  Children’s Day Essay Competition (CDEC) aimed at promoting tech skills amongst children. 

The company in a statement, disclosed that the contest officially opens February 3, 2025 for children between ages  9 and 16 to showcase their innovative potential, critical thinking and problem-solving acumen, particularly with technology.

It explained that CDEC  will this year  explore conversation around technology, education, and societal transformation in Nigeria. 

It informed further that the contest will focus on issues  critical to the future of Nigeria and the world at large, while challenging students to engage with technology not only as a tool for innovation but as a key driver of social change. 

Executive Director at SystemSpecs, Mrs. Bukola Adeboye said, “For Nigerian youth, this competition offers more than just a chance to win; it is an opportunity to contribute to a broader conversation about the intersection of education, technology, and societal progress. 

In 2025, SystemSpecs is reinforcing its commitment to amplifying the voices of young Nigerians in shaping a future where technology serves as both a tool for innovation and a vehicle for social change. 

“As Nigeria’s digital economy expands, it’s crucial we equip the next generation with the skills to drive transformation. Technological literacy is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. The CDEC is a valuable platform for students to explore the intersection of technology and social change, fostering innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.”

Adeboye stated that the company recognised the need for Nigeria to compete on a global scale, adding that preparing young ones with tech skills for this expectations was a step in right direction. 

“CDEC is more than just an annual event – it is a long-term investment in the future of Nigeria. Since its inception, CDEC has consistently inspired thousands of young people across Nigeria to engage with technology in ways that are creative, meaningful, and impactful. The competition has become a beacon of hope, signaling to young Nigerians that their voices matter and that they are integral to the future of their country.

“The competition, which continues to expand its reach across Nigeria, engages students from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), creating a nationwide movement that emphasizes the importance of technology in nation-building. With each passing year, CDEC draws more innovative ideas and fresh perspectives, helping to shape the future of the nation through the ingenuity of its youth,”she said. 

SystemSpecs recognizes that for Nigeria to compete on a global scale, its youth must be equipped with technological skills that go beyond basic digital literacy. These skills must include creative problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, leadership and a deep understanding of how technology intersects with global issues such as climate change, economic inequality, and digital access. The CDEC is designed to foster these capabilities, offering young Nigerians the chance to articulate their vision for a future powered by technology.

 CDEC is more than just an annual event – it is a long-term investment in the future of Nigeria. Since its inception, CDEC has consistently inspired thousands of young people across Nigeria to engage with technology in ways that are creative, meaningful, and impactful. 

The competition has become a beacon of hope, signaling to young Nigerians that their voices matter and that they are integral to the future of their country.

The competition, which continues to expand its reach across Nigeria, engages students from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), creating a nationwide movement that emphasizes the importance of technology in nation-building. With each passing year, CDEC draws more innovative ideas and fresh perspectives, helping to shape the future of the nation through the ingenuity of its youth.