Godfrey Okoye University Student Wins Top Prize in Coding Competition
As the top winner, he recieved a generous cash award, three months of internet data, and the opportunity for incubation at the university's incubation centre.
Zita Ezechi 
A student of Godfrey Okoye University, Ogbe Somtochukwu, emerged as the overall winner of the university's first-ever coding competition. The event organized by the Directorate of Enterpreneurship, saw computer students competing fiercely to develop cutting-edge applications.
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Mr. Ogbe created a Facial Recognition Attendance System that promises to revolutionize how we track attendance in educational institutions and workplaces. The system uses advanced algorithms to identify individuals based on facial features, eliminating the need for manual attendance registers.
As the top winner, he received a generous cash award, three months of internet data, and the opportunity for incubation at the university's incubation centre. His achievement reflects not only technical prowess but also a commitment to innovation and problem solving.
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During the awards ceremony, Vice Chancellor, Reverend Father Professor Christian Anieke, commended the competition as a commendable initiative for a sustainable future. He emphasized the importance of fostering such talent within the student community.
