Abia students emerge best in Qatar debate competition
Students from public schools in Abia State, representing Nigeria, have emerged as overall champions at the International Schools Debate Championship in Qat Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-students-emerge-best-in-qatar-debate-competition/
Students from Abia State, Nigeria, have claimed victory at the 2026 International Schools Debate Championship held in Doha, Qatar. The team, representing Nigeria, emerged as the top International School Debate Team, winning the championship and four major trophies. The 84-strong competition, hosted by the QatarDebate Centre at Georgetown University, brought together students from Nigeria, Jordan, India, Qatar, the Philippines, and Kenya.
Abia’s team, led by Amb. Lydia Onuoha and comprising Christian Chinweotitom Esther, Chikodi Maureen, Akamnonu Franklin, Ifeanyichukwu Prisca and Simon Divine, won the Best International School Debate Team award after winning the overall best team in the Junior Category, best leadership, and best debater awards.
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