By Sunday Apah
A team of students from Delta State has claimed victory as world champions at the esteemed World School Debate Championship in Doha, Qatar, showcasing their debating skills against top young debaters from across the globe.
The Delta team’s journey to the championship began with their success in the national competition organized by the Presidential Schools Debate Nigeria, under the auspices of the Presidency.
This talented group included Wisdom Chukwuma from Government College, Ughelli; Otorvo Uyoyou from Alegbo Secondary School, Effurun; Abraham Honour from Okpaka Secondary School; Ekhamateh Splendour from Government Model Secondary School in Asaba; and Alika Daniel from Utagba-Ogbe Grammar School in Kwale.
In the early rounds, they achieved a hard-fought 2–1 win, ultimately finishing strong with a decisive 3–0 victory in the finals. Their impressive overall score of 5–1 secured their title as champions of the tournament, as they competed successfully against teams from Chicago, USA, and Qatar.
Before heading to Doha, the team had the honor of visiting the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, at the Government House in Asaba. During this meeting, the governor expressed his confidence in the students, offering encouraging words and prayers for their success.
The team’s remarkable achievement has sparked widespread celebration throughout Nigeria, particularly in Delta State, where educational initiatives continue to thrive under Governor Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda.
Education experts and the general public have praised the students’ accomplishment as a source of inspiration for young Nigerians and a testament to the critical need for ongoing investment in education, critical thinking, and youth empowerment.
The Delta team’s triumph on the international stage not only boosts national pride but also reinforces the state’s reputation as a center for academic and intellectual excellence.
