Stanbic IBTC Pension Recommits To Youths Empowerment

The Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers has restated its commitment to youth empowerment through its initiative tagged: ‘FUZE2.0’.

Unveiling the reality show in Lagos, the chief executive officer, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, Olumide Oyetan, said the FUZE initiative underscores the company’s dedication to nurturing creativity and innovation among young Nigerians who showcase their talents in music, dance, fashion, and technology.

According to him, “last year, we invited Nigerians between the ages of 18 and 35 to apply for the FUZE talent hunt, and after four exceptional stages of competing and judging, 12 winners went home with a slice of N32 million prize money.

“This year, we have taken things a step further by infusing a two-week boot camp into the show to allow 28 finalists to hone their skills and compete for a slice of this year’s N32 million prize money. With the help of our expert judges, we will be rewarding 12 brand new finalists at the Grand Finale on December 23, 2023 in Lagos.”

Oyetan noted that, “last year’s Festival witnessed awe-inspiring performances from some of Nigeria’s finest music talents including Wurld, Ladipoe and Teni the Entertainer. This year, we are coming back even bigger and better with exciting acts that will be unveiled closer to the big day.

“We will also have our exciting marketplace where guests can shop for their favourite fashion and lifestyle pieces, amid lots of food and drinks.”

Executive director, the Business Development Directorate of Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, Mrs. Nike Bajomo said: “the talent show is our own way of empowering the youth as part of our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).”

The FUZE talent show initiative is evidence of Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers’ commitment to fostering creativity and innovation as the organisation invites young talents aged 18 to 35 to showcase their brilliance across diverse artistic domains, including music, dance, fashion, technology, and innovation.