A Nigerian secondary school, St. John Vianney Science College, Ukwulu, Anambra State, has emerged grand champion of the inaugural UK-Nigeria Debate Competition, triumphing over both local and British contenders.
The competition held virtually on June 19, 2025, with participation from top-ranking schools in Nigeria and in the United Kingdom.
Four schools competed from Nigeria: Britarch Schools, Abuja; Sure Start School, Abuja; St. Augustine’s College, Jos; and St. John Vianney Science College, Ukwulu.
Representing the United Kingdom were schools such as Central Foundation Girls’ School, Maghull High School, and Shireland High School.
After intense preliminary rounds, St. John Vianney Science College made it to the finals.
The team confidently defeated British contenders Maghull High School and Central Foundation Girls’ School before advancing to an all-Nigerian final against St. Augustine’s College, Jos.
In a highly competitive showdown, St. John Vianney Science College secured a decisive victory in the finals, earning the prestigious title of Inaugural UK-Nigeria Debate Champions.
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