OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
UNVEILING & FULL COMMENCEMENT OF IMO STATE YOUTH GAME CONTEST 2026
In line with the 3R Government of Senator Hope Uzodimma which aims at developing and exporting youth talents and diverting their attention from drug abuse, the Imo State Ministry of Youth Development and Talent Hunt and the Office of the Special Adviser on Narcotics and Illicit Drugs Monitoring, in conjunction with GigBeing Inc., Tokyo, Japan and Ebelebe Trading and Investment Ltd, hereby announces the unveiling and full commencement of the JAPAN / NIGERIA YOUTH GAME CONTEST 2026
Who Can Participate:
Any youth aged 18-35 years, who are digital creators.
Contest Details:
Participants are to design and develop culturally-themed games, up to a 20% Alpha version.
Prizes & Rewards:
1. 1st Prize: ¥500,000 Japanese Yen
2. 2nd Prize: ¥300,000 Japanese Yen
3. 3rd Prize: ¥200,000 Japanese Yen
Grand Bonus:
The leader of the winners, that is the person winning the top prize, will be sponsored to Japan for mentorship. The trip is all-expenses-paid and includes exposure to top Japanese game development companies.
How to Apply:
1. Sign up at jnaija.com
2. Create your profile
3. Make your submission online
Submission Deadline: 31st August 2026
Signed:
Hon. Ezechukwu N. Obonna
Special Adviser on Narcotics and Illicit Drugs Monitoring
For: Central Planning Committee
0810 320 1800
