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FG Rewards a Nigerian Teenager Recognized As The World’s Best English Student With a Prize Of N200,000

FG Rewards a Nigerian Teenager Recognized As The World’s Best English Student With a Prize Of N200,000

 The 17-year-old Nafisa Abdullah Aminu, who won the title of World's Best in English Language Skills at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals in London, has been honored by the Federal Government through the Ministry of Education, According to Vangurad Report.

At a ceremony in Abuja, Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, gave Nafisa a N200,000 check as a token of appreciation for her accomplishment.

Senior officials from the Federal Ministry of Education, representatives from the Yobe State Ministry of Education, Yobe State Commissioner for Basic Education, Prof. Abba Adam, and Minister of State for Education Prof. Suiwaba Ahmed were among the dignitaries who attended the occasion. There were also five other competition category winners in attendance.

Dr. Alausa praised Nafisa and said her achievement was evidence of the intelligence and tenacity of Nigerian students. According to him, the widespread acknowledgment highlights the necessity of consistent funding for education and chances for youth to demonstrate their abilities abroad.

He gave his word that the Federal Government is still dedicated to encouraging academic success through mentorship programs, scholarships, and easier access to high-quality educational materials. He believes that other students should be motivated to strive for greatness with commitment and self-control by Nafisa's success.

Yobe State Commissioner for Basic Education Prof. Abba Adam praised Nafisa and her colleagues as "Amazons" and resilient role models, pointing out that their accomplishments reflect both individual success and the state's overall efforts in reviving its educational system following years of insurgency.

“Today, we are celebrating victory,” he said. “A victory of resilience and a victory of a governor who believes in the power of education as the key to the future of his people and the state.”

He cited recent educational achievements in Yobe State, such as the graduation of 171 state-sponsored medical students from Indian colleges who are already working in the state's hospitals. He added that in order to improve instruction, research, and training, the state's colleges of education, agriculture, and business studies had been renovated.

Nafisa thanked her parents, teachers, and the Nigerian government for their support during her words. She challenged Nigerian kids to embrace hard work, dedication, and confidence in their abilities to compete globally, and she promised to use her platform to inspire other pupils.

She also introduced English Language for Peace and Development, a project that aims to encourage young people to read, communicate, and be socially cohesive.

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