By Nkechi First, 2nd September 2023

In a recent display of academic prowess, Nigeria’s Team Anambra took the global stage by storm, marking a significant achievement for the nation’s education system. Their victory not only puts them on the map as academic champions but also as exemplary representatives of Nigeria’s dedication to education.

Team Anambra, a collaboration of bright students from St. Michael’s Model Comprehensive Secondary School, Nimo; All Hallows Seminary, Onitsha; and Mater Amabilis, Umuoji, emerged champions and victorious ambassadors of excellence. It’s notable that these are among the mission schools that were returned to their original owners during Peter Obi’s tenure as the Governor of Anambra State.

Peter Obi, now a Presidential candidate for the Labour Party, took to Twitter to express his pride and gratitude. “I hail them for their intellectual sagacity and commitment to education which led them thus far and stood them proudly on the global stage as champions and victorious ambassadors of excellence,” he wrote.

He further emphasized the importance of education, noting that it’s the “best investment any government can make for its citizens.” Obi also expressed satisfaction that the educational investments made during his tenure as Governor continue to yield remarkable results.

He extended his appreciation to the schools’ management, teachers for their dedication to providing quality education, and subsequent governors for upholding the state’s educational standards. “As we revolutionized education in Anambra,” he said, “we plan to do the same in Nigeria as a whole for the benefit of our children and the greater glory of our nation.”

This achievement underscores Nigeria’s potential when investments are made in the right sectors, with education being paramount. As the nation awaits the forthcoming elections, many will be watching to see if Peter Obi’s vision for Nigeria’s educational renaissance becomes a central part of his campaign.