Akwa Ibom students who represented Nigeria at the 2024 Bilateral Schools Debate held in Singapore have emerged tops at the competition returning home to the warm embrace of the state government.
The students were treated to a rousing welcome by the Akwa Ibom State government at the Victor Attah international Airport near Uyo, the state capital.
Welcoming the contingents, the State Commissioner for Education, Mrs Idongesit Etiebet congratulated the team on the victory and for being good ambassadors of Nigeria and Akwa Ibom State in particular.
Admonishing the students to continue upholding the high standards they have established, Etiebet who lauded Governor Eno for the huge investments in education, described the victory as another good return on investment.
“The students’ achievement is another testament to the State Governor’s commitment to education and the future generation and I know, the Governor will personally treat these great ambassadors to a warm welcome.
“The team lead, the coach and the observer were all amazing and we are so proud of them,” Etiebet added.
On their parts, the victorious students took turns to thank the State Government for solely sponsoring the competition.
They also expressed gratitude to the state Ministry of Education for the transparency exhibited during the selection process and promised to remain good ambassadors of the state at all times.
Speaking on behalf of the parents, Nkereuwem James expressed appreciation to God for a successful outing and to the State government for the sponsorship.
They assured of continuous support to Governor Umo Eno- led administration in the State.
Similarly, the Chairman of Mkpat Enin Local Government Area, Emmanuel Inyang who was also at the airport to receive the students, congratulated Nigeria’s contingent on their successful outing. He also thanked the Governor for constantly supporting students in the state.
(ENDS)