By Flowerbudnews
Calabar: On June 5th 2026, students of the University of Calabar International Demonstration Secondary School lit up the Metropolitan Hotel, Calabar, and walked away with 1st Place and ₦500,000 at the Cross River State World Environment Day Celebration.
Competing under the theme “Ways Students Can Help Build a Sustainable Future,” the UCIDSS team stunned judges, commissioners, permanent secretaries, and senior government officials with 5 working prototypes that form a complete green cycle for community living.
From JSS 1 to SS 1, guided by their brilliant mentor Kristy Oko, these students didn’t just talk sustainability, they built it.
Their vision: homes made from eco-bricks that teach green living, rainwater systems that conserve every drop, cooling chambers that cut post-harvest loss, waste-to-wealth initiatives that turn farm residue into fertilizer and feed, and smokeless cookers powered by biomass pellets for clean energy. Each project was presented live, functional, and ready for real communities.
Out of over ten secondary schools, UCIDSS stood tallest for creativity, teamwork, and purpose driven innovation. This win isn’t just a trophy; it’s proof that when young minds are given guidance and space to dream, they can design solutions for the planet’s toughest challenges.
Bravo to the Vice Chancellor, Principal, School Management, Staff, Students, and Coach Kristy Oko. The future is green, and it’s in good hands.
To God be all the glory!
E-signed
Principal , *UCIDSS*