Tinubu Celebrates 14-Year-Old African Spelling Bee Champion

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated 14-year-old Adeolu Oluwadamilola Oreofe for emerging as the 2026 African Spelling Bee Champion. Oreofe clinched the title in the Junior Category during the competition held in Harare, Zimbabwe. The President described the teenager’s victory as a symbol of the intellectual prowess and resilience of the Nigerian youth.

In his message, Tinubu noted that such achievements highlight the importance of investing in basic education and literacy programs across the country. He praised Oreofe for being a worthy ambassador and bringing pride to the nation on a continental stage. The victory comes as the latest batch of 2026 UTME results shows record-breaking performances, including a 326 score by a student at Riyad Saliheen College.

The President reaffirmed his administration's commitment to creating an environment where young Nigerians can excel in both academic and vocational pursuits. He encouraged other students to draw inspiration from Oreofe’s success, reminding them that through hard work and discipline, "the sky is the limit".

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