The Dr Osahon Enabulele Foundation, in collaboration with Edo State Government, has concluded the Interschools Debate competition for Edo North Senatorial District. The competition was organized to empower secondary school students through intellectual engagement, promote public speaking, and provide a platform for students to engage each other in intellectual discourse on socio-economic and developmental issues.
Participants were drawn from students from various secondary schools in Akoko-Edo, Owan East, Owan West, Estako West, Estako Central and Estako East local Government Areas, which make up the Edo North Senatorial District. The debates centered around national development themes, encouraging critical thinking and civic awareness. It was evaluated by a panel of judges drawn from the academia and civil society and attended by students, teachers, partners and other stakeholders.
After an enthralling contest on the topic “Social media has a detrimental effect on the intellectual capacity and mental health of teenagers, Fugar Mixed Secondary school clinched 1st position, while Uzebba Grammar school and Holy Trinity Grammar School emerged 2nd and 3rd positions respectively. Among dignitaries at the event were Dr. Osahon Enabulele, Prof. Victor Adetimirin (Vice Chancellor, Edo University, Iyamho), .Haija Aperua Yusuf, Liaison Officer on Health, who represented the Otaru of Auchi.
The competition which fostered confidence and leadership skills among Edo North students, has strengthened collaboration between schools, government, and the Dr. Osahon Enabulele Foundation. It has emphasized the importance of education as a tool for empowerment, countering negative narratives in contemporary society. Awards were presented to deserving winners.
