Mikano Motors has rewarded a digital creator, Chibundu Victor Chisom with a brand-new Mikano Changan CS35 SUV valued at ₦40 million.
The company made this known as it hosted the grand finale its “Mikano Changan Creators Challenge” at her showroom in Victoria Island, Lagos.
The prize represents a significant milestone in the Nigerian creative economy, coming paired with a six-year warranty and comprehensive nationwide after-sales support to ensure the winner’s transition into luxury is sustainable.
The competition was designed to push the boundaries of storytelling, tasking Nigeria’s rising digital stars with creating high-impact content centered around the Changan vehicle lineup.
A distinguished panel of judges including entertainment industry veterans Bovi Ugboma, Doris Ogah, Chioma Ude, and Oluseyi Asurf Amuwa rigorously vetted the entries to find the perfect blend of originality and marketing savvy.
While Chisom took the top spot, the rewards were substantial for other finalists as well; Princess Tony Jessica Omusuku and Oluwamayowa Philip secured the first and second runner-up positions, earning ₦3 million and ₦1.5 million respectively, while several other standout creators were recognized with ₦500,000 cash prizes.
Beyond the distribution of keys and checks, the evening served as a strategic platform for industry discourse. A high-level panel session explored the future of Nigeria’s booming digital space, emphasizing that talent requires tangible investment to reach its full economic potential.
Syam Abdul Kadir, the National Head of Operations at Mikano Motors, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to building platforms that transform raw creative energy into measurable success.
The presence of stars like Rita Dominic, KieKie, and Jemima Osunde further underscored the event’s significance within the broader entertainment community.
For the Nigerian creative industry, the Changan Creators Challenge is being viewed as a blueprint for how brands can authentically engage with the digital generation. By offering a prize of this magnitude, Mikano Motors has sent a clear signal that the creative economy is no longer just rising, but is now a powerhouse capable of generating life-changing wealth and status.
For Chibundu Victor Chisom, the keys to the CS35 SUV represent more than just a vehicle; they are a testament to the fact that in 2026, creativity is a currency that can indeed “cash out” in blockbuster fashion.