Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers stakes N50m at 3rd FUZE Talent Show
A whooping N50 million is up for grab at the 2024 season of the FUZE Talent Show organized by Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings.
According to an announcement from the company, the year’s event which is the third is with the theme, ‘Light it Up’, and will be building on the success of the second season.
The FUZE Talent Show, now in its third season, is an initiative of Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers and is dedicated to promoting creativity and innovation among youths in Nigeria. The show invites young talents aged 18 to 35 to display their abilities across various artistic fields, including music, dance, fashion, and technology. It offers emerging talents a golden opportunity to dazzle a live audience and a panel of esteemed judges.
This year’s winners will each get a slice of N50 million, setting the stakes higher than ever. The last season of FUZE captivated over 10,000 participants and drew the attention of millions of viewers from across the globe.
FUZE 3.0 promises to be an even more enthralling experience with unprecedented exposure for contestants.
Olumide Oyetan, Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, shared his insights on how FUZE has rapidly evolved into a leading platform for young creatives. He added that the initiative showcases the rich Nigerian culture through its diverse artistic expressions; thus promoting and lifting the nation’s creative vista.
Olumide passionately urged Nigerian youths to take part in this exceptional, award-winning event. Emphasizing the importance of a fair and transparent selection process, he stated, “The primary aim of the FUZE Talent Show is to provide a supportive platform for talented Nigerian youths, allowing them to connect, access essential resources, and receive the necessary guidance necessary for developing their skills. This initiative is aimed at motivating and helping the aspirations of the next generation become a reality.”
Contestants and audience members can be a part of the show by registering on the Stanbic IBTC Events App on Android or iOS or events.stanbicibtc.com to participate.
A highlight of the show, the FUZE Festival, is set for December 2024, when the winners of the third edition of the FUZE Talent Hunt will be announced. With a grand prize of N50 million, the winners will gain significant industry exposure and receive crucial mentorship for further exposure and commercialization of their talents.
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