Victoria Onyekachukwu Becomes First Female Student to Represent Nasarawa State in Huawei ICT Competition

Victoria Onyekachukwu, a student of the Department of Computer Science at Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first female student from Nasarawa State to represent the region at the prestigious Huawei ICT Competition 2024-2025.

Competing alongside teammates from Federal University Dutsin-Ma and LAUTECH, Victoria will showcase her expertise in Cloud Services, Artificial Intelligence, and Big Data. She will face participants from 16 African countries, including Ghana, South Africa, and Kenya, at the regional stage of the competition.

This groundbreaking achievement is a moment of pride for both Nasarawa State University and Nasarawa State as a whole, demonstrating the growing influence of women in technology and innovation.

Senator Kennedy Bulus Kefas, President of the National Association of Computer Science Students (NACOS), NSUK Chapter, expressed his admiration for Victoria’s accomplishment, saying, "Victoria's success is a beacon of hope for aspiring female technologists in Nasarawa State and beyond. She has broken barriers and inspired many."

The university community and the state at large celebrate this historic moment, wishing Victoria continued success as she prepares for the regional stage, with high hopes for her advancement to the global phase.

Victoria Onyekachukwu’s achievement not only highlights her personal determination and skill but also marks a turning point in the representation of women in tech from Nasarawa State.