President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to three Nigerian students—Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu, Rukayya Muhammad Fema, and Hadiza Kashim Kalli—for their remarkable achievement at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Competition held in London, United Kingdom.
In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu lauded the students’ exceptional performance in English language communication and debate, describing them as “beacons of hope” and “symbols of Nigeria’s intellectual strength.”
According to the statement:
- 17-year-old Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu was crowned overall best in English language skills.
- 15-year-old Rukayya Muhammad Fema emerged as the overall best in debate.
- Hadiza Kashim Kalli received the Outstanding Talent Award (Gold Medal).
President Tinubu commended their dedication and brilliance, stating:
“These exceptional young Nigerians have made our nation proud on the global stage. Their victories are a testament to the quality of minds Nigeria continues to produce, and to the promise of a brighter future.”
He also praised their schools and the broader education sector, noting that such international recognitions reflect the potential within Nigeria’s educational system.
Reiterating his administration’s commitment to educational advancement, Tinubu highlighted the importance of ongoing reforms and investments in the sector, including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), aimed at removing financial obstacles for underprivileged students seeking higher education.
The President urged the trio to remain focused in their academic pursuits and expressed confidence in their future contributions to national development.
“You are the pride of Nigeria. Stay committed, and the sky will not be your limit—it will be your starting point,” Tinubu said.
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗔𝗽𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗔𝘀 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽!
