Three Nigerian secondary schools—Notre Dame College, Henson Demonstration School, and Lumen Christi College—were awarded a total of N18 million in education infrastructure grants by the NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL)/Seplat Energy Joint Venture (JV) at the 2026 PEARLs Quiz Competition. The event, held in Benin, Edo State, recognized academic excellence and provided educational support to over 57,000 students across 476 schools. The winning schools received grants of N10 million, N5 million, and N3 million respectively. Officials from NEPL and Seplat emphasized the initiative's goal of improving education outcomes, fostering leadership, and investing in sustainable development through programs like the STEAM Innovation Showcase.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the PEARLs Quiz Competition and its educational impact as a neutral initiative focused on supporting student development and infrastructure. While the funding comes from corporate entities with ties to the Nigerian energy sector, the tone remains objective, emphasizing the goals





