President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to three outstanding Nigerian students — Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu, Rukayya Muhammad Fema, and Hadiza Kashim Kalli — for their stellar performance at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Competition held in London, United Kingdom.
Seventeen-year-old Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu was named the Overall Best in English Language Skills, while 15-year-old Rukayya Muhammad Fema emerged as the Overall Best in Debate. Hadiza Kashim Kalli received the Outstanding Talent Award (Gold Medal), further underscoring Nigeria’s global presence in academic excellence.
President Tinubu praised the trio for demonstrating excellence, discipline, and intellectual brilliance on a global stage, affirming that Nigeria’s future is brighter with such youth serving as beacons of excellence and inspiration.
The President also lauded the institutions and educators that played vital roles in nurturing these talents, stating that their achievements are a clear testament to the potential and quality of Nigeria’s educational system in raising world-class minds.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to education, President Tinubu emphasized that education remains a critical pillar for national development. He highlighted the government’s significant investments in the sector, including the removal of financial barriers through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to ensure access to higher education for indigent students.
President Tinubu encouraged Nafisa, Rukayya, and Hadiza to remain focused and steadfast in their academic journey, wishing them continued success and growth in all their future endeavors.
