Anambra School Makes History, Crowned UK-Nigeria Debate Champion

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June 21, 2025

RYNI Congratulates St. John Vianney Science College on Historic Victory

In a defining moment for academic excellence and youth empowerment, St. John Vianney Science College, a secondary school located in the serene town of Ukwulu, Anambra State, has emerged as the grand champion of the inaugural UK-Nigeria Debate Competition, defeating both British and Nigerian schools in a historic intellectual contest.

The debate, held virtually on June 19, 2025, brought together some of the most prestigious secondary schools from both countries. Representing Nigeria were Britarch Schools, Abuja; Sure Start School, Abuja; St. Augustine’s College, Jos; and St. John Vianney Science College, Ukwulu. From the United Kingdom, participants included Central Foundation Girls’ School, London; Maghull High School, Merseyside; and Shireland High School, West Midlands. The competition was designed to foster cross-cultural understanding, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving among youth from both nations.

After a series of intellectually rigorous preliminary rounds, St. John Vianney Science College distinguished itself with sharp logic, persuasive argumentation, and confident delivery. The team convincingly outperformed their UK counterparts, notably defeating Maghull High School and Central Foundation Girls’ School, earning their place in the finals. In a dramatic twist, the final round became an all-Nigerian showdown, as St. John Vianney Science College faced off against St. Augustine’s College, Jos. The finale was intensely competitive, with both teams exhibiting exceptional depth of knowledge, eloquence, and composure. Ultimately, the Anambra-based school clinched the title with a resounding victory, earning the prestigious honour of being named the first-ever UK-Nigeria Debate Champions.

The Resourceful Youth Network Initiative (RYNI) has extended its profound congratulations to St. John Vianney Science College for this monumental achievement. Dr. Lawson Obazenu, CEO of RYNI and a passionate advocate for youth development in Africa, lauded the team’s performance as a testament to the intellectual potential and global relevance of Nigerian youth. He noted that this triumph transcends competition—it is a beacon of possibility and pride for every African child striving for excellence.

Dr. Obazenu, who continues to champion education, leadership, and youth inclusion across the continent, emphasized that the victory showcases not only academic brilliance but also the resilience and preparedness of Nigerian students to take on global platforms. He further highlighted the importance of diaspora-Nigerian partnerships in developing Africa, reiterating his call for youth—whether at home or abroad—to collaborate for national and continental progress.

As the echoes of the final debate continue to inspire, St. John Vianney Science College has not only won a trophy but ignited national pride, proving once again that Nigeria’s youth are more than capable—they are ready to lead, ready to win, and ready to change the world.

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