A Nigerian software programmer, Olaniran Taiwo Sikiru, has won silver at the High-Tech Championship in Veliky Novgorod, Russia.

Sikiru finished second in the Quality Control Specialist for Transport Logistics Processes category, becoming part of Nigeria’s first-ever delegation to the international competition.

He was accompanied by his mentor and technical expert, Ojetimi Abdulfatai, who supported him throughout the championship.

The event, held from September 14 to 18, brought together more than 15,000 participants from 30 countries and all 89 regions of Russia.

The competition featured 20 high-tech disciplines focused on professional skills and technologies shaping industries including transportation and logistics.

Sikiru’s second-place finish marks Nigeria’s debut at the championship and could open opportunities for more Nigerian professionals to participate in future editions.