In a historic achievement, 17-year-old Nafisa Abdullah Aminu from Yobe State has been crowned the World Best in English Language Skills at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals in London, United Kingdom. Representing Nigeria through the Nigerian Tulip International College (NTIC), Nafisa outperformed over 20,000 participants from 69 countries.
The TeenEagle competition is a prestigious international contest that assesses English proficiency, critical thinking, and communication skills. Nafisa's triumph has brought honor to Nigeria and thrust her into the global academic spotlight.
According to a statement by her family head, Hassan Salifu, Nafisa's success is attributed to her dedication, discipline, and the support of the Yobe State government. "Our daughter's global success would not have been possible without the visionary support for education by His Excellency, Governor Mai Mala Buni," he said.
Nafisa's remarkable achievement has sparked celebrations in Yobe and beyond, with her family expressing gratitude to Governor Buni and her teachers at NTIC for nurturing her potential. Her victory has also sparked calls for her to be awarded state and national honors.
"Nafisa's success is a testament to the power of educational investment," her family said. "Governor Buni's commitment has not only transformed schools in the state but also positioned Yobe and Nigeria on the global stage."
Nafisa's win is seen as a symbol of Nigeria's untapped academic potential, and many are celebrating her achievement as a proud moment for the country. "She has made our country proud, defeating nations where English is a native tongue," a proud relative said.