The Federal Government has rewarded 17-year-old Nafisa Abdullahi from Yobe State with N200,000 after she emerged as the World Best in English at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals in London.
According to Punch, the cash award was presented on Thursday in Abuja by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, during a recognition ceremony.
Nafisa, who triumphed over contestants from 69 countries, was celebrated for her exceptional command of English, critical thinking, and articulation skills that distinguished her at the global competition.
Her achievement adds to earlier recognition from the Atiku Abubakar Foundation (AAF), which had awarded fully-funded scholarships to Nafisa and her teammates, Rukaiya Fema and Khadija Kalli, following their outstanding performance.
In a congratulatory letter dated August 5, 2025, and signed by Prof. Ahmadu Shehu, Acting Secretary of the AAF, the Foundation said:“The Atiku Abubakar Foundation is delighted to learn of your outstanding performance at the TeenEagle Global Finals, where you emerged as global winners in various categories of the competition.”
The TeenEagle contest is one of the world’s most prestigious academic competitions, testing students in English proficiency, problem-solving, and creativity.
With her victory, Nafisa has not only placed Nigeria on the global academic stage but also inspired young learners across the country.
Background on the TeenEagle Global Finals
The TeenEagle Global Finals is an international academic competition designed to challenge teenagers in areas such as English proficiency, critical thinking, public speaking, and problem-solving. It brings together some of the brightest young minds from across the world to compete for top honors.
The 2025 edition, held in London, featured participants from 69 countries, making it one of the most competitive in recent years. Students were tested not only on their mastery of English but also on their ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and showcase creativity in different academic tasks.
Nigeria’s team, made up of Nafisa Abdullahi, Rukaiya Fema, and Khadija Kalli, emerged among the global winners, drawing attention to the country’s growing presence in international educational contests.
Their victories attracted commendations from both the Federal Government and the Atiku Abubakar Foundation (AAF), with the latter offering fully-funded scholarships to the champions. The AAF described their achievements as a “remarkable success” and proof that Nigerian youths can thrive on the world stage when given the right opportunities.
The competition, established to encourage global learning exchange, has produced outstanding alumni who have gone on to excel in academia, leadership, and creative industries worldwide.
