Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has praised two pupils from the state for their impressive performance at the Zimbabwe International Spelling Bee Competition held in Harare.
The students, Yusuf Abdurrahman Oreoluwa and Yusuf Maryam of Ar-Raheem International College, Ilorin, represented Nigeria at the competition and contributed to the country’s silver medal finish on the continental stage.
According to reports, the Kwara duo participated alongside other Nigerian representatives in a contest that tested spelling accuracy, vocabulary mastery, and academic excellence under international competition standards.
Their performance helped Nigeria secure a strong placement, earning recognition from both state and national education stakeholders.
Governor AbdulRazaq praised the pupils in a statement shared on social media, describing them as excellent ambassadors of Kwara State and Nigeria.
He noted that their achievement reflects the state’s investment in education and the growing success of students from Kwara on global academic platforms.
The governor also encouraged continued support for young learners, stressing that such achievements reinforce confidence in Nigeria’s education system.
Education stakeholders say the result highlights:
Rising performance of Nigerian students in international academic contests
The importance of early academic development and competitions
Growing recognition of Kwara State as a hub for educational excellence
The pupils have also reportedly qualified for future global academic competitions, further boosting Nigeria’s visibility in international educational events.