“The current administration, under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (CON), has prioritised the total transformation of public education in Kwara” – Dr. Olohungbebe
Kwara Wins 2025 National School Debate — Lawal Olohungbebe Hails Gov. AbdulRazaq’s Bold Education Reforms
Kwara State has achieved a historic milestone by emerging as the overall winner of the 2025 President’s Senior School Debate Competition — the first time the state has ever claimed the national title in the event’s 26-year history.
The prestigious debate, held from June 24 to 27 in Abeokuta, Ogun State, featured elite school teams from across Nigeria. Kwara’s team triumphed over strong contenders in multiple knockout rounds, with Rivers State falling in the final round.
Welcoming the victorious students on Friday, the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe, attributed the landmark win to the transformative education reforms championed by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
“The current administration, under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (CON), has prioritised the total transformation of public education in Kwara,” Dr. Olohungbebe said. “This victory is a clear sign that those efforts are yielding positive results.”
He described the success as a collective triumph for the state, applauding the roles played by teachers, principals, debate coaches, and the Ministry’s leadership.
“This is a victory not just for the students, but for everyone who has contributed to the growth of education in our state,” he added. “We deeply appreciate the dedication and resilience of our teachers. Their hard work made this achievement possible.”
Encouraging the students to continue their pursuit of excellence, the commissioner described them as “worthy ambassadors of Kwara State.”
The winning debate team, led by teacher Babatunde Amina Idowu, includes four exceptional students: Moshood Kamaldeen of Government Secondary School, Ilorin; AbdulAzeez Aishat of Nawarudeen Secondary School, Offa; AbdulAzeez Mutasir of St. Anthony Secondary School, Ilorin; and Usman Maryam Enyo of Ilorin Grammar School.
The victory underscores Kwara’s rising profile in national academic competitions and reflects the impact of sustained investment in public education under the AbdulRazaq-led administration.
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