Spellers from the seven northwestern states of Nigeria converged in Kaduna – the Centre of Learning – for the Regional Level Competition of the Nigeria Spelling Bee.
Some a few rounds of showcasing their spelling prowess, we are proud to present the top Spellers from the region who will progress to the National Finals scheduled for the 24th-27th July. They include:
Abdulkareem H. Jimada of Vicoyebil Unique Secondary School, Kaduna State
Abubakar I. Sa’ad of Al-Maghili International Academy, Kano State
Angel O. Shaakaa of Oxford International School, Kaduna State
Bada Joshua Abba of Panaf Schools, Barnawa Kaduna
Benita Anyaeze of Excellent Zoom High School, Kaduna State
Fatima I. Musa of Al-Maghili International Academy, Kano state
Isah Y. Sulaiman of Government Technical College, Sani Abacha, Kano State
Izuchukwu G. R. Okafor of Nigerian Tulip International Colleges, Rigachukun, Kaduna State
Maryam O. Sadiq of Nigerian Tulip International Colleges, Rigachukun Kaduna State
Nusaiba Yusuf of Oxford International School, Kaduna State
These Spellers will meet with other top contestants from other regions for a chance to win scholarships and cash prizes at the Grand Finale in Ritman University Ikot-Ekpene Akwa-Ibom State.
National Champions will also win an all-expenses-paid to represent Nigeria at the African Spelling Bee 2019 in Uganda.
We wish to appreciate the Regional Host, Panaf Schools, Barnawa Kaduna for providing a conducive environment for the conduct of a fair contest.
Our appreciation also goes to all participating schools, coaches, parents and Spellers who travelled far and wide to attend the contest.
