Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has announced the commencement of the third season of its acclaimed FUZE Talent Show, with the unveiling of a panel of judges.

 

 

The Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, Olumide Oyetan,  explained that this year’s theme: ‘Light it up’, encapsulates the show’s mission to illuminate and celebrate Nigerian youths’ boundless creativity and talent.

 

 

He emphasized the transformative power of the FUZE Talent Show, stating, “Each season, we’ve witnessed this platform’s ability to uncover, foster, and propel young talents into the spotlight; giving rise to new stars who now shine across the realms of music, dance, fashion, and technology”.

 

 

A key event highlight was the announcement of an unprecedented grand prize of N50 million for this year’s winners, setting new stakes for talent competitions in Nigeria. This substantial increase in prize money underscores Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers’ commitment to providing life-changing opportunities for young Nigerian talents.

 

 

The star-studded judging panel for FUZE 3.0 was unveiled, featuring a diverse group of industry experts, Funke Adepoju, a celebrated Nigerian Fashion designer; Akinwande Akinsulire; Director of Engineering at Co-Creation hub (CcHub); DonFlexx, a social media influencer; and Korede Bello, an award-winning Nigerian singer.

 

 

They are expected to  evaluate contestants in four categories: Fashion, Technology, Dance and Music; and provide fair ratings, valuable feedback, and guidance to participants throughout their FUZE journey.

 

 

He also revealed an expanded regional selection of contestants for the competition, promising even more diverse opportunities for participants to showcase their skills.

 

 

“Building on the success of previous seasons, which engaged over 10,000 participants and captured millions of viewers worldwide, FUZE 3.0 is poised to reach new heights in participation and global attention,” he stated.

 

 

“To our participants, let your creativity flow freely; your passion ignite the spark within; and your talents illuminate the stage. You are the heart and soul of the FUZE Talent Show, and we’re here to celebrate each of you,” he added.