Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has announced the third edition of its FUZE Talent Show with a whooping sum of N50 million cash prize up for grabs.
With the theme, ‘Light it up’, FUZE 3.0 promises to be an even more enthralling experience with unprecedented exposure for contestants. This year’s winners will each get a huge slice of N50 million, setting the stakes higher than ever.
The winners will be announced at FUZE Festival, in December 2024. With a prize of N50 million, the winners will gain significant industry exposure and receive crucial mentorship for further exposure and commercialization of their talents.
Commenting on the impact of the Talent show, Olumide Oyetan, Chief Executive Officer of 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 year’s event. Emphasizing the importance of a fair and transparent selection process, he said, “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.”
Prospective contestants are invited to join the pursuit of excellence by signing up for FUZE Talent Show 3.0. The audition process, which is both digital and interactive, involves downloading the Stanbic IBTC Events App or visiting events.stanbicibtc.com, completing a registration form, and submitting a one-minute video that best showcases one’s talent. Highlighting the platform’s accessibility, Olumide noted that there are no fees to participate in the audition, making it a genuinely inclusive event.
Reflecting on the remarkable success of 2023’s grand finale of the FUZE Talent Show, which attracted over 10,000 attendees and captivated millions of viewers worldwide, Olumide anticipates an even more impactful season. He invites the public to celebrate Nigeria’s emerging talents’ vast creativity and potential at the FUZE 3.0 Talent Show.
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.