PROUD TO BELONG. READY TO LEAD.

Let's turn BUCC into a talent magnet where companies call us, not the other way around. Where other schools ask, "How do we catch up?" Vote NEKU "Riley" Akpotohwo for BUCC Executive President.

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Neku Akpotohwo

The Problem: We're Sitting on Unlit Potential

"Babcock students don't lack talent, we lack a stage." While Covenant and UNILAG students network at global competitions and land internships at Google, we're stuck in a cycle of "attend class, pass exams, repeat." The problem isn't you. It's that you haven't gotten a reason to care.

Apathy

It isn't laziness, it's what happens when events feel like chores, not opportunities. When we're offered the same old routine without real-world benefits.

Invisibility

We're invisible to companies, competitions, and even other schools. Our talent goes unnoticed because we lack the platforms to showcase what we can truly do.

Disconnected Alumni

Alumni want to help, but they don't have a proper bridge back to campus. We're missing out on valuable mentorship and career opportunities.

The Vision: A BUCC Talent Magnet

Imagine a Babcock where companies call us for talent. Where Covenant asks, "How do we catch up?" This isn't just a dream—it's our future.

Events That Matter

  • Global Competitions: Microsoft Imagine Cup, Google Solutions Challenge, and Hult Prize.
  • BUCC Variety Nights: Biweekly mixers blending tech and community.
  • Industry Excursions: Semester trips to Lagos tech hubs.
  • BUCC Annual Career Fair
  • TechXplore 2.0
  • Babcock Startup Incubator

Free Certifications, Real Skills

  • Partner with Microsoft, AWS, and Google for free certification vouchers.
  • LinkedIn Bootcamp: Turn your profile into a recruiter magnet with opportunities for Premium vouchers.
  • Workshops led by industry professionals to build practical, job-ready skills.

Alumni Power & Visibility

  • BUCC Legacy Network: Monthly Zoom AMAs with alumni at FAANG companies.
  • Job Pipeline: Alumni referrals for internships at firms like EY and GTBank.
  • BUCC Diaries: YouTube vlogs showcasing your projects.
  • TikTok Tech Sprints: #BabcockHacks challenges to put us on the map.

Why Me? I've Walked the Walk

"You don't need a title to lead, but you do need proof." I've been building bridges and creating opportunities long before this campaign:

  • GDG Babcock Lead: Hosted events with 500+ students and built connections with other campus leads.
  • Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador: Organized multiple events at Microsoft Nigeria Head Office and provided free $100 professional exam vouchers to 20 students.
  • 300L CS Senator: Co-created a student community with 300+ members to support academic success by sharing resources and past questions, leading to improved grades.
  • Industry Insider: Gained firsthand insights into corporate hiring and talent scouting through experiences at Ernst & Young (a global consulting firm) and GTBank—knowledge I’ll bring to BUCC.
  • DevFest Lagos Volunteer: Assisted in organizing one of Nigeria’s largest developer conferences (3,400+ attendees). As part of the speaker team, I engaged with industry professionals from Google, Moniepoint, Cleva, ARM, Flutterflow, Andela, and more.
Neku Speaking at Microsoft Event Neku at DevFest Neku Teaching Neku at Devfest Lagos

Let's Build This Together

"I asked a friend what she wanted in this manifesto. She said, 'Listen to the people.' So here's my promise: I'll not only listen, but I'll also act."

We're not just a club. We're a movement. #ProudToBelong starts now.

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