A Nigerian Girl Shines on the Global Stage
In a moment that has captured national pride and international admiration, Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu, a 17-year-old student from Yobe State, Nigeria, emerged as the World Best in English Language Skills at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals held in London, United Kingdom. Competing against over 20,000 students from 69 countries, including native English speakers, Nafisa showcased her brilliance and took the top spot.
🏫 Academic Journey and Institutional Support
Nafisa is a student at Nigerian Tulip International College (NTIC), Mamudo, Yobe, a school supported by the state government and run by Turkish educational foundations. She was among the few selected students on full scholarship provided through Yobe State’s education support programme under Governor Mai Mala Buni.
🥇 Other Nigerian Winners at TeenEagle 2025
Nafisa wasn’t alone in her triumph. She was joined by:
- Rukayya Muhammad Fema (15) – Overall Best in Debate
- Hadiza Kashim Kalli – Outstanding Talent Award
These three young girls have now become global ambassadors of academic excellence from Nigeria, proving that the North-East region, often associated with insecurity, is also producing top intellectual talents.
💬 Words from Her Guardian and Leaders
Her guardian, Hassan Salifu, credited Nafisa’s success to her discipline, focus, and the support from the school and state authorities. He also praised the Yobe State government for its investment in girl-child education and academic excellence.
Prominent Nigerian leaders also reacted:
- Atiku Abubakar: Described Nafisa as a beacon of hope and a model for young Nigerian girls.
- Prof. Isa Ali Pantami: Called on the federal government to honor her with a ₦100 million grant, a three-bedroom home, and the OON national title, similar to how sports stars are rewarded.
- Gov. Mai Mala Buni: Announced plans for a state reception in her honor and reaffirmed Yobe’s commitment to quality education.
🎁 Local Reward from Philanthropist
To recognize their efforts, Kashim Musa Tumsah, a philanthropist from Yobe, gifted ₦500,000 and a laptop each to Nafisa and her two schoolmates. He emphasized that their story should inspire more investment in education.
📈 Why Nafisa’s Story Matters
Nafisa’s victory highlights the need for:
- Greater recognition of academic excellence at the national level
- Equal reward systems for achievers in both sports and education
- Support for young girls in rural and underserved regions of Nigeria
She has become a symbol of hope, not just for Yobe State, but for millions of Nigerian students with dreams of making a global impact.
✅ CONCLUSION:
The world has now seen what a focused and supported Nigerian student can achieve. Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu has not only made history—she has also changed the narrative about education in Northern Nigeria. Her success is a call to action for leaders, educators, and families to believe in, invest in, and celebrate education as a powerful force for change.
