News Highlights:
- LASUBEB Endorses Expanded KidsCook Showdown for Public Schools
- Competition Promotes Life Skills and Leadership Development
Public primary school pupils in Kosofe Local Government Area are set to take centre stage as Dominion Consultancy Concepts launches the second edition of the KidsCook Showdown, an innovative cooking competition aimed at nurturing leadership, teamwork, creativity and accountability among children aged six to eight.
Building on the success of its maiden edition in 2025, the programme has recorded a major breakthrough with the official endorsement of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB). The approval underscores growing institutional support for the initiative’s educational and developmental objectives.
In a significant expansion of its scope, the 2026 edition will focus exclusively on public schools, bringing together 20 young contestants drawn from 10 public primary schools across Kosofe Local Government Area.
The KidsCook Showdown is far more than a typical cooking contest. Under the close guidance of professional chefs, the young participants will work in teams to tackle fun, high-energy culinary challenges.
Rather than focusing solely on the final dish, a panel of judges will evaluate the children on essential life skills: teamwork, confidence, time management, communication, and hygiene.
Speaking about the vision behind the program, Enitan Tanimowo, Director of Dominion Consultancy Concepts, emphasised the importance of introducing children to household chores early.
“Our goal is to inspire children to see cooking not just as a chore, but as a fun, creative way to develop themselves, learn discipline, and build confidence and these skills help them into the future,” Tanimowo stated.
“By expanding into our public schools with LASUBEB’s vital support, we are ensuring that children from all backgrounds get an equal opportunity to develop leadership and accountability in a structured, inspiring environment.”
Tanimowo added that the initiative directly aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, specifically SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 4 (Quality Education), by using hands-on, practical learning to promote balanced nutrition and social development.
The event is bringing together parents, teachers, and professionals to champion the next generation.
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The grand scale of this edition is made possible through the robust corporate and media backing of industry-leading brands. This year’s KidsCook Showdown is proudly supported by Zuri Seasoning, Ribena, Channels TV, Integrated Indigo Limited, and other partners committed to youth development and impactful community engagement in Nigeria.
Together, these partners are helping transform the kitchen into a classroom where future leaders are shaped, one recipe at a time.
