By Oyez Olatunde Rex
Nigeria’s Federal Capital territory, Abuja will be coming alive today as the National Sewing Championship 2025 (NSC25) final contest officially commence at the Government Secondary School, Maitama, drawing vibrant energy from contestants across the 36 States of the federation.
The much-anticipated event, organized under the banner of the Ladi Memorial Foundation (LMF), has transformed the serene school premises into a bustling hub of creativity, competition, and innovation.
The championship, running alongside a two-week Up-skilling Bootcamp from August 17 to 30, is already setting the tone for what promises to be a defining moment in Nigeria’s fashion and garment industry.
In a statement, Mrs. Rosemary Osikoya, Executive Director of LMF and National Coordinator/Director of the NSC project, announced the generous support of the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC). The Council, under the leadership of Director-General Prof. N. Ike-Muonso, donated 100 pieces of fabric to fuel the finals and the bootcamp training sessions.
“We are deeply grateful to the DG RMRDC for this timely and impactful contribution. May God bless him,” Osikoya noted with joy.
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But that is not all. The stakes have never been higher. The NSC25 Gold Champion will walk away with a staggering ₦1 million prize money, a reward that has added even more intensity to the competition.
Contestants, many of whom have traveled long distances to represent their states, are already buzzing with excitement as they sharpen their needles and skills for the contest of champions.
The atmosphere in Maitama is electrifying, machines humming, fabrics unfolding, and young minds weaving their dreams into reality.
From the hands-on mentorship at the bootcamp to the highly competitive rounds of the championship, NSC25 is shaping up to be more than just a contest; it is a national stage for talent discovery, empowerment, and the celebration of Nigerian creativity.
With the combination of training, exposure, and the allure of the ₦1 million top prize, NSC25 is set to redefine opportunities for fashion innovators across Nigeria.
