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Anyafulu congratulates Delta students for winning world school debate championship
The member representing Oshimili South constituency, Hon. Bridget Anyafulu, has congratulated team Nigeria represented by outstanding students from Delta for emerging winners at the just-concluded World Schools Debate Championship held in Doha, Qatar.
The Nigerian team, made up of Delta students, outperformed top contenders from the State of Chicago, USA, and Qatar to clinch the coveted global title.
The youngsters won 2-1 in the first round against host Qatar, and then 3-0 in the final round, bringing the total 5-1 to emerge the champions.
The team comprised Wisdom Chukwuma of Government College, Ughelli; Otorvo Uyoyou of Alegbo Secondary School, Effurun; Abraham Honour of Okpaka Secondary School, Okpaka; Ikhamateh Splendour of Government Model Secondary School, Asaba; and Alika Daniel of Utagba-Ogbe Grammar School, Kwale.
Anyafulu while congratulating the team for their outstanding performance, said ”I am honoured to extend my warmest congratulations to the exceptional young scholars from Delta State who have made us incredibly proud by winning the prestigious.
”on behalf of my family, and the peace-loving people of Oshimili South, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the brilliant young scholars; Wisdom Chukwuma, Otorvo Uyoyou, Abraham Honour, Ekhamateh Splendour, and Alika Daniel.
”All proudly drawn from public schools within Delta State on their extraordinary victory at the World School Debate Championship held in Doha, Qatar.”
She added, ‘Your remarkable performance on the global stage is a powerful reminder of what is possible when talent meets preparation, discipline, and opportunity.
”You have brought great pride not only to our state, but to the entire nation.”
She added, ”This victory is a testament to the strength of Delta State’s education system and the limitless potential of our youth when they are encouraged, supported, and inspired to lead.
”Well done once again. I have no doubt that your achievement will serve as a lasting inspiration to your peers across the country. The world has taken notice, and this is only the beginning.’
”The world has taken notice, and this is only the beginning.’:
The lawmaker also commended the teachers, mentors and families of the young stars for their dedication and commitment in helping to mould the lives of the students.
“” To the dedicated teachers, mentors, and families who nurtured this journey, thank you for your commitment and belief in their excellence, ‘: she said.
