– Students in Lagos are set to represent Nigeria
By Biola Lawal
Lagos, Nigeria – Over 5.9 million students, from more than 160 countries, including those from Lagos State, representing Nigeria, are set to participate in the Global Mathematics Competition to mark year 2026 World Maths Day.
Flowerbudnews reports that the event, powered through Mathletics platform, is scheduled to hold on March 25, bringing together students worldwide in a real-time online contest focused on speed and accuracy in solving mathematics problems.
Speaking ahead of the event, Mr. Gbolahan Laniyan, CEO of GLAN Consulting, said the initiative ”is aimed at positioning Nigerian students as globally competitive in STEM education.”
“Our goal is to showcase Nigeria as a hub of young, innovative minds capable of competing with the best in the world. This is not just a competition; it is a platform to build confidence and global relevance for our students,” he said.
Laniyan explained that selected students from partner schools, including Apostolic Faith Secondary School, Lagos, have undergone intensive training to prepare for the global challenge.
Unlike traditional competitions, World Maths Day is conducted entirely online, enabling participants from different countries to compete simultaneously without physical travel.
He added that the participation of Nigerian students reflects a growing emphasis on digital learning and global collaboration in education.
Observers note that such initiatives could play a key role in strengthening Nigeria’s position in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) on the global stage.
The event is expected to attract attention from educators, parents, and policymakers, as Nigeria continues to explore innovative approaches to improving learning outcomes and international competitiveness. (Flowerbudnews)