The Dr. Osahon Enabulele Foundation Debate Competition, for secondary schools in Ikpoba Okha Local Government Council Hall, was a resounding success. The event showcased the exceptional debating skills and intellectual prowess of students from various secondary schools within the LGA. The competition aimed to promote critical thinking, public speaking, and research skills among secondary school students across Edo State.The participating Schools were Idogbo Grammar School, St. Maria Goretti Girls Grammar School, Army Day Secondary school, Harvard Educational Center of Excellence and Niger College.Debate Format: The competition was characterised by engaging & well-researched arguments with eloquent rebuttals and delivery. The students demonstrated a deep understanding of the debate topic, and the audience was highly engaged throughout the event.The keenly contested event saw Harvard Educational Center of Excellence emerged 1st position with a score average of 84.2%, while St. Maria Gorretti and Niger College clinched 2nd and 3rd positions with at 80.3%, and at 74.4%. UHUMWONDE LGAThe scenario was not different at Ehor for the debate competition in Uhunmwonde LGA, with four schools battling it out for supremacy in presentation. Among the contestants were students from Ehor Grammar School, Igieduma Grammar School, St. Michael, College and Umagbae Secondary School. St. Michael College emerge 1st position, while Umagbae Secondary school and Igieduma Grammar school took the 2nd and 3rd positions respectively.In separate remarks, the Director General of the Foundation, Dr. Osahon Enabulele congratulated the students and reaffirmed the Foundation’s commitment to improving education and equipping youths with leadership and critical thinking skills is essential for all-round development.
Battle of Brains: DOEF Debate Competition Heats Up in Oredo LGA
MAIDEN EDITION OF THE DR. OSAHON ENABULELE FOUNDATION DEBATE COMPETITION KICKS OFF IN GRAND STYLE IN EGOR LGA.
The Dr. Osahon Enabulele Foundation Debate Competition for secondary schools gets off to a thrilling and electrifying start in Egor LGA. The event, held in a vibrant and competitive atmosphere, showcased the power of critical thinking, eloquence, and persuasive argumentation. It was an intellectual showdown that brought together some of the brightest young minds in secondary schools. The competition featured students from Asoro Grammar School, Edo Boys High School, Federal Government Girls College, UNIFAC Group of School, Baptist High School, Eghosa Anglican Grammar School and Springfield High School. The debating prowess of the contestants was demonstrated as they marshalled points on the topic: Should Secondary school students share in taking responsibility for Edo State development? if yes, how? If no, why?The debate contest had several rounds of captivating and electrifying moments of strong deposition of thoughts, academic/speaking skills, dynamic exchange of ideas and a remarkable display of confidence. The twenty-one (21) contestants from seven (7) participating schools displayed remarkable confidence, knowledge depth and robust articulation of the subject. The panel of judges comprised seasoned educators, researchers, experienced academic professionals and public speakers who assessed the contestants/participants based on their clarity, logical reasoning, and ability to counter opposing arguments. Over seventy-five students and teachers were part of the audience who were actively involved, cheering for their favourite teams and engaging in post-debate discussions RecognitionAfter several intense rounds, Eghosa Anglican Grammar School (with 78.43%) clinched the 1st position, while Baptist High School and Asoro Grammar School emerged in 2nd and 3rd positions (with 77.69% and 76.83%) respectively. Awards and certificates were subsequently presented by the BOT Chairman, Prof. Dominic Osaghae and Director General, Dr. Osahon Enabulele, to contestants as well as their teachers in recognition of their exceptional performance and supervision. Overall, the competition celebrated not only academic excellence but also encouraged students to refine their public speaking and analytical skills. Among dignitaries at the event were Prof. Dominic Osaghae, Chairman, Board of Trustees, DOEF, representatives of Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI, Edo State Network) and the University of Benin Medical Students Association, UBEMSA, teachers, Journalists, media practitioners. The Dr. Osahon Enabulele Foundation continues to play a pivotal role in fostering intellectual growth and cognitive development among students, ensuring that the spirit of debate remains a cornerstone of quality Education.
