By Peter Omopo
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved financial support for two students from the state who will represent Nigeria and Africa at the 2026 Spelling Bee World Cup in China.
The beneficiaries, Chinedu Great Okediachi and Oghenetano Idoghor of Madonna International School, secured qualification for the global competition after emerging among the top performers at the African Spelling Bee Championship held in Harare.
According to a statement released by the Delta State Government, Chinedu distinguished himself by finishing as Africa’s first runner-up, while Oghenetano also delivered an outstanding performance, bringing honour to Delta State and Nigeria.
The financial assistance approved by Governor Oborevwori is expected to support the students’ participation in the international competition scheduled to take place in China in July 2026.
The state government said the gesture underscores the administration’s commitment to educational development and investment in young talents, providing opportunities for students to compete and excel on the global stage.
Officials noted that the two students would join some of the world’s brightest young scholars at the Spelling Bee World Cup, where they will represent not only Delta State but also Nigeria and the African continent.
The government expressed confidence in the students’ ability to make the country proud at the competition and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that promote academic excellence, innovation and human capital development.
The forthcoming championship is expected to attract participants from several countries, offering a platform for young learners to showcase their spelling proficiency, intellectual capacity and academic potential before a global audience.
