Kosofe Local Government has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to educational development as the 2025 Spelling Bee Competition was held today, Tuesday, 21st October, 2025, featuring pupils and students from 18 Public Primary Schools and 14 Secondary Schools across the Local Government Area. The event which
showcased the brilliance, confidence, and competitive spirit of the young participants is an indication that the Barr. Ogunlewe led administration will leave no pupil behind in their educational pursuit.

Representing the Executive Chairman, Barr. Moyosore Adedoyin Ogunlewe, the Chief of Staff, Mr. Akinyemi Abiona, delivered the keynote address, conveying the Chairman’s appreciation to all stakeholders and reaffirming his administration’s unwavering commitment to promoting academic excellence referencing his administration’s achievements in the education sector

The pedagogical contest was declared open by the Head of Education and Library Services, Mr. Adedeji Owolabi, who warmly welcomed teachers, pupils, guests, and the panel of judges. The Education Secretary, Mr. Babatunde Shoneye, in his goodwill message, commended the Executive Chairman for his continuous investment in education across Kosofe, urging students to take their studies seriously.

After a rigorous and exciting contest, the winners emerged as follows:

Primary School Category
1st – Monday Joshua (Muslim Mission Primary School)
2nd – Okon Samuel (Orile Ifako Primary School)
3rd – Maduke Allwell (Ojota Primary School)

Secondary School Category
1st – Icha Marius-Jireh (Muslim Senior College)
2nd – Musa Nimota (Muslim Senior College)
3rd – Felix Goodluck (Ogudu Junior High School)

Medals and prizes were presented to all contestants by the representatives of the Executive Chairman and the Education Secretary. Speaking on behalf of the Chairman, Mr. Abiona congratulated the winners and urged all participants to remain focused on their education.

The winners will go on to represent Kosofe Local Government at the State level of the competition.

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