The Chairman of Bonny Local Government Council, Abinye Blessing Pepple, has donated one million naira to support the 11th Annual Bonny Island Spelling Bee Competition.
Pepple, represented by the Supervisor for Education, Sofiri Benneth Manilla Pepple, donated to the competition organised by the Youth Resource Centre at Ibanise Town Hall on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
The chairman commended the organisers, participating schools, teachers, parents and students for their contributions towards promoting academic excellence and encouraging young people to develop their intellectual abilities.
He said the financial support was aimed at strengthening the initiative and encouraging students to take their education seriously. He also reaffirmed the council’s commitment to supporting educational programmes that discover, develop and nurture young talents across Bonny Local Government Area.
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The annual competition provides a platform for students to demonstrate their spelling abilities, build confidence and develop healthy academic competition among participating schools.
Teachers and parents also play important roles in preparing students for the contest, helping them improve their vocabulary, pronunciation and communication skills.
A major highlight of the event was the presentation of an Award of Service to Humanity to the council chairman in recognition of his contributions to community development and support for education.
The award further acknowledged his efforts towards initiatives aimed at improving the welfare and educational opportunities of residents.
The donation is expected to strengthen the competition and encourage greater participation in future editions, while inspiring students to pursue academic excellence.
The initiative also highlights the importance of collaboration among government, schools, parents and community organisations in promoting education and creating opportunities for young people to succeed.
