Five outstanding students from Anambra State have put Nigeria in the global spotlight after emerging champions at the 2026 Nigeria–Malaysia Bilateral Debate Tournament.
The Nigerian team delivered a remarkable performance in the grand finale, defeating their Malaysian counterparts 2–1 to claim the gold medal and bring international recognition to Anambra and Nigeria.
Selected through the President’s Schools Debate Nigeria (PSDN), the young debaters demonstrated exceptional confidence, critical thinking, persuasive communication and the ability to defend their positions on an international platform.
Meet the five young champions:
• Nwigwe Okwuchukwu – Community Secondary School, Obosi
• Okechukwu Angel – Mater Amabilis Secondary School, Umuoji
• Ozoude Jude – St. Michaels Model Comprehensive Secondary School, Nimo
• Ezeogidi Cyril – Bubendorff Memorial Grammar School, Adazi-Nnukwu
• Ibekaku Chikamso – Capital City Secondary School, Awka
The delegation was led to Malaysia by the Executive Chairman of ASUBEB, Dr. Justina Anyadiegwu, alongside the Anambra State Debate Coordinator, Mrs. Amaka Anekwe, and other officials.
Their victory is another powerful demonstration of what Nigerian youths can achieve when they are given the platform, mentorship and opportunities to develop their talents.
Congratulations to our brilliant young champions!
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