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Nigeria Wins Double at World Mathematics Tournament
Nigeria has emerged as the winner of the 2024 World Mathematics Tournament (WMT), in which thirty-three countries and 590 schools around the world participated.
The 4th edition of the competition, organized virtually by the Mathematics for Life Foundation for Senior Secondary / High School Students globally, saw students from Welkin International Schools, Atan-Ota, Ogun State winning in both categories.
Master Emmanuel Olusanya, an SS 3 student of Welkin International Schools, won in the senior category, while Ireoluwa Olajide, an SS 1 student, beat other contenders in the junior category.
In a message presented during the awards ceremony at the premises of Welkin International School, Atan-Ota, the state Commissioner for Education, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, commended the school for bringing honor and glory to the state. Represented by Mr. Sadiq Obafemi, the commissioner also congratulated the parents of the award-winning students for judiciously investing in their future.
He reiterated the commitment of Governor Dapo Abiodun’s government to providing a conducive environment and tools that will make education attractive in the state.
Chairman of Welkin International Schools, Mr. Adebayo Beckley, described the event as a day of joy for both the management and parents of the students at the school. He said the award would continue to inspire the school to maintain its leading position among its peers.
According to him, the students vigorously pursued their goals, and it was not easy to compete on the global stage. He also noted that Ireoluwa Olajide had broken many records on behalf of the school and prayed that God would grant his parents the resources to fulfill their dreams for him.
The President of Mathematics for Life Foundation, Osuntuyi Omoniyi, expressed great honor in presenting the 2024 World Mathematics Tournament awards to the students of Welkin International Schools. He mentioned that the Foundation, recognized globally as an NGO, came into existence exactly ten years ago when the awards were being presented.
Omoniyi further stated that the Foundation pays a visit to a Motherless Home every 26th of December to interact with the residents and provides free training to those who have dropped out of school in order to be self-reliant.
He said the vision of the Foundation is to raise the standard of education and eradicate illiteracy in Nigeria, Africa, and beyond.
Reflecting on the history of the competition, Omoniyi mentioned that it started in Alimosho, where Faith Odunsi set a record as the first winner. He noted that 8 out of 590 schools from 33 countries narrowed down to the UK, Ghana, the Philippines, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Tanzania participated in the final.
The Olu of Atan-Ota Aworiland, Oba Isiyemi Akinyemi Adeniji, represented by High Chief Emmanuel Adesina Ilebiyi, expressed joy in the school’s achievement and said the community is known for academic excellence.
Concluding the event with a vote of thanks, the Coordinator of the Competition Department and HOD Mathematics, Mr. Alalade Matthew Oluwaseun, attributed all the glory to God for making the school’s success possible. He prayed for God to continue to increase the love that the parents of the students have for the school.
Among those in attendance were the Proprietress of the school, Mrs. Victoria Olubunmi Beckley, and other top management staff.
In a move to foster skills acquisition and promote economic empowerment, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Education Secretariat through the Department of Mass Education has flagged off a one-week free holiday vocational and entrepreneurship training program.
The program is a collaborative initiative of the FCT Department of Mass Education, The Potter’s Wheel Foundation, and the Nigerian Non-Governmental Association for Literacy Support Services (NOGALSS).
Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the FCT Mandate Secretary for Education, Dr. Danlami Hayyo emphasized the Importance of skills acquisition and entrepreneurship in today’s world describing it as imperative to be self reliant , empowered and resourceful.
He highlighted the Wike- led FCT Administration’s commitment to championing the Renewed Hope Agenda adding that the initiative is a critical strategy for reducing unemployment and building resilience among Abuja residents through practical skill acquisition and entrepreneurship training.
He commended the Department on the synergy between the government and non-governmental organizations noting that it will further empower the people of the FCT with skills and knowledge that lead to viable income-generating opportunities.
He urged the participants to fully utilize the opportunity, network actively and apply themselves diligently to the various training sessions.
In her welcome address,Dr. Favour Edem -Nse,the Director, FCT Department of Mass Education said,the training aligns with Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs) and contributes significantly to reducing the number of out- of- school children, unskilled youths and unemployed women in the Federal Capital Territory.
She added that, the Department goal is not just to train but to guide participants towards becoming self – sufficient and successful entrepreneurs .
She noted that the one week free training program is a manifestation of the Department ‘s broader vision of literacy and lifelong learning.
She revealed that the Department in collaboration with The Potter’s Wheel Foundation and the Nigerian Non- Governmental Association for Literacy Support Services( NOGALSS) will train them hands on session in production of laundry soap,bleach , liquid soap, toilet and car wash , disinfectant,air freshener,snack among others as well as key entrepreneurship modules on Bookkeeping and financial management, marketing and branding with social media management.
She expressed her gratitude to the Mandate Secretary for Education and the Management for the massive support of the life changing opportunity program targeted at women,youths, children and other community residents to equip them with tools for economic self reliance .
The well attended program which drew partner organizations, staff of the Department of Mass Education and enthusiastic participants will run throughout the week with facilitators providing continued support beyond the training period.
A 28-year-old electrician, whose name has not been revealed, has been electrocuted in Oyo State at Eruwa in Ibarapa East of Oyo State.
The victim was electrocuted at the Odo Babaode area of the town.
The man was electrocuted on a high-tension cable belonging to the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC).
The incident occurred when the victim was trying to rectify an electrical fault on the active power lines without being shut down from the feeder.
The General Manager of Oyo State Fire Service, Mr Yemi Akinyinka, who confirmed the development, said a distress call was received by the agency Wednesday afternoon.
He said, “The distressed call was reported at 15:29hrs on Wednesday, 23rd April, 2025.
“The fire personnel led by PFS1 Peluola Babatunde quickly followed the caller and on arrival at the place, we met the victim already electrocuted, and all necessary precautionary measures were observed so as to safeguard the citizens within the vicinity.
“The man was recovered and handed over to a team of police from Eruwa police Station. The incident occurred when the victim (electrician) was trying to rectify an electrical fault on the active power lines without shutting down the feeder.”
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