Honouring Vision, Celebrating Excellence: A Salute to Honourable Jeremiah Umaru and the Success of the 2025 SabonSalo Inter-School Debate Series.
By Comrade Olumuyiwa Onlede
In an era where nations are built on the strength of their ideas and the courage of their young minds, Honourable Jeremiah Umaru stands tall as a beacon of visionary leadership. Through his unwavering sponsorship and thoughtful implementation of the SabonSalo Inter-School Debate Series and Competition, he has provided more than just a platform for intellectual exchange, he has sown seeds for a brighter, bolder future.
The event is more than just a competition of words; it is a celebration of ideas, courage, and youthful brilliance. The debate series has undoubtedly ignited critical thinking, foster civic responsibility among the teaming youth undergoing secondary education in his constituency, and shape future leaders who are not afraid to stand up for what they believe in with facts, respect, and purpose.
The 2025 edition and indeed subsequent edition of the SabonSalo Debate Series was nothing short of inspiring. It brought together some of the most brilliant young thinkers from across schools in Akwanga, Nasarawa Eggon, Wamba Federal Constituency, challenging them not only to think critically but to articulate boldly, listen deeply, and engage respectfully. This initiative is fast becoming a cornerstone in preparing our youth for the rigorous demands of higher education and self development and the increasingly competitive global environment they are destined to enter.
Honourable Umaru’s foresight in championing such an educational initiative reflects a deep understanding of the transformative power of dialogue and debate. By nurturing these talents early, he is helping to shape articulate leaders, persuasive advocates, and thoughtful citizens who will undoubtedly influence our society for the better.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Shepherd’s International College, Akwanga, for emerging victorious in the 2025 Series. Their performance exemplified excellence, discipline, and a mastery of communication that is worthy of national pride. Your achievement is a testament to your hard work, preparation, and clarity of purpose.
To all participating schools and students, your contributions were invaluable. You brought passion, insight, and integrity to the debate floor. Let this experience not end with the applause, take every lesson, every critique, and every moment of growth as a stepping stone to future success. Today’s debates are tomorrow’s decisions.
As the SabonSalo Debate Series continues to grow, we look forward to more minds being sharpened, more voices being heard, and more leaders being born.
As we also look forward to future editions, we remain confident that with leaders like Honourable Jeremiah Umaru investing in our youth, the future is in capable hands.
Comrade Olumuyiwa Onlede, ytlc, anir
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