Lawmaker, Erondu Jnr Launches Scholarship-Backed Debate, Public Speaking Championship | #NwokeukwuMascot
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In his bid to strengthen academic excellence and intellectual engagement among young people, the member representing the Chairman, House Committee on Public Service Matters, Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jnr, has unveiled the 2025 Obingwa-West Senior Secondary School Debate and Public Speaking Championship.
The initiative is designed to equip students with essential public speaking, critical thinking, and leadership skills needed to excel in a knowledge-driven world.
Speaking on the programme, his Spokesperson, George Egejuru, underscored its importance, adding that the competition would provide a platform for students to articulate ideas, engage in constructive dialogue, and build confidence.
In his words: “This maiden edition goes beyond competition; it is a deliberate investment in the future of our children. Erondu Jnr firmly believes that education remains the most powerful catalyst for sustainable development, and this programme reflects his commitment to nurturing tomorrow’s leaders.”
He listed prizes to be won to include: university scholarships, laptops, desktop computers, free WAEC and JAMB enrolments, trophies, medals, and certificates.
Registration closes on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. For enquiries, schools and participants may contact 0901 474 4646.
Meanwhile, stakeholders in Obingwa-West State Constituency have commended the initiative by their lawmaker, describing it as a visionary step toward empowering youths, promoting educational excellence in the constituency and curbing youth restiveness among others.

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