Obowo, Nigeria – October 29, 2025 – In a vibrant display of intellectual prowess and youth empowerment, the Women and Youth Care Empowerment Initiative (WAYCE) hosted a groundbreaking Secondary Schools Debate Competition in Obowo Local Government Area (LGA). This initiative underscores WAYCE’s unwavering commitment to equipping young minds with the skills to compete academically and professionally on a global stage.

Empowering Obowo’s Brightest Minds

WAYCE’s latest project aimed to foster critical thinking, public speaking, and leadership among secondary school students. By bringing together the top talents from eight premier senior secondary schools in Obowo LGA, the event created a dynamic platform for head-to-head debates that sparked passion, innovation, and healthy competition.

The competition kicked off on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, drawing enthusiastic crowds of students, teachers, parents, and community leaders. Participants tackled pressing topics relevant to today’s world, honing their ability to articulate ideas confidently and persuasively.

Participating Schools

Eight powerhouse schools from Obowo LGA went toe-to-toe in this fiercely contested event:

  • Ehunachi Secondary School
  • Achara Secondary Commercial School
  • Okenalogho Secondary Technical School
  • Amanze Secondary School
  • Okwuohia Secondary School
  • Avutu Secondary School
  • Umuariam Secondary Technical School
  • Amuzi Secondary Technical School

Thrilling Highlights and Stellar Performances

The debates were a spectacle of eloquence and wit, with students delivering compelling arguments that left the audience in awe. Judges meticulously evaluated speakers on clarity, logic, rebuttals, and charisma.

In the end, the top performers were crowned:

  • 1st Place: Best Speaker – [Name of Winner, if available]
  • 2nd Place
  • 3rd Place

Watch the electrifying moment as the Best Speaker claims victory:

To motivate continued excellence, WAYCE distributed cash prizes and motivational gifts to all participants and their schools. The awards were proudly presented by WAYCE’s Executive Director, Barr. Nneoma Geraldine Okafor, who inspired the youths with words on resilience and global ambition.

A Resounding Success for Youth Empowerment in Nigeria

The event was an overwhelming triumph, fostering unity, skill-building, and inspiration among Obowo’s youth. As Barr. Okafor noted, “This is just the beginning. WAYCE is dedicated to preparing our children to lead Nigeria and the world.”

To God alone be all the glory!

WAYCE’s Obowo Secondary Schools Debate is a shining example of our ongoing youth empowerment programs in Nigeria, focusing on education, leadership, and community development. Stay tuned for more initiatives that bridge local talents to global opportunities.