Cray Initiative Celebrates Educational Triumph with 2018 Quiz Competition Legacy
Iworoko Community High School Event Inspires Nigeria’s Future Leaders
Iworoko, Nigeria – On this significant Monday, June 23, 2025, Cray Initiative, under the visionary leadership of Olawale David Oyinlade (GovCray), reflects on a landmark event from October 19, 2018, that continues to shape the educational landscape of Nigeria. The Cray Initiative Quiz Competition 2018, held at Iworoko Community High School, marked the inception of the organization’s Education for All Campaign, a transformative initiative aimed at empowering youth and bridging educational gaps across the region.
The event, attended by over 376 enthusiastic students, showcased academic excellence and community spirit, earning praise as a “prodigious success” from Olawale himself. “I was happy to meet the future Presidents, Doctors, and Engineers of Nigeria. Their contagious smiles keep me motivated to never stop impacting lives,” said Olawale, highlighting the event’s inspirational impact. The competition tested students’ knowledge across science, commerce, and arts, with standout performances recognized through prestigious awards.
Highlights of the Event
- Competitive Excellence: The quiz featured rigorous rounds, engaging students from various departments, and concluded with awards for top performers: Akindeko Timileyin (Science), Ojo Babatunde (Commercial), and Daramola Sunday (Art).
- Educational Outreach: Following the competition, Olawale and his team conducted an interactive session, addressing students’ educational challenges, career opportunities, and life-related matters. The session catered to the students’ desire for knowledge beyond their “archaic curriculum,” as Olawale fielded their questions with insightful responses.
- Community Recognition: The school principal expressed delight at her students’ exceptional performance, accepting a special award for Iworoko Community High School’s “enduring legacy” in fostering educational growth.
A Campaign with Lasting Impact
The Education for All Campaign, exemplified by this 2018 event, aligns with Cray Initiative’s mission to promote liberty, human rights, and youth empowerment. Olawale emphasized his philosophy of continuous impact: “If I am not analyzing, then I must be thinking, then if I am not thinking I should be impacting!” The success of the quiz competition has inspired ongoing efforts to nurture Nigeria’s next generation of leaders, with the campaign’s legacy evident in subsequent initiatives like Oyinlade Virtue Academy and community empowerment programs.
Looking Ahead
As Cray Initiative continues to evolve, the 2018 quiz competition remains a testament to Olawale’s commitment to educational transformation. The organization plans to expand such events, integrating modern educational tools and addressing current challenges like outdated curricula and limited resources, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.
