The Foundation for Human Capacity Development and Innovation (FHCDI), based in Suleja, Niger State, has successfully concluded its annual Children's Day Spelling Bee Competition, with Juneberry School emerging as the overall winner of the 2026 edition.
Competition Overview
The event, organized by FHCDI and facilitated by its founder, Rear Admiral Hamza Ibrahim, brought together pupils from both public and private schools across Suleja Local Government Area. It was a fiercely contested academic exercise designed to promote educational excellence and healthy competition among children.
Grand Finale Results
At the grand finale, held as part of the Children's Day celebrations, Hassan Dallatu Model School secured the first runner-up position, while Global Vision School claimed third place after defeating Engr. Mukhtar Primary School, Gwazunu, in the third-place playoff. Defending champions Juneberry School demonstrated outstanding academic prowess throughout the competition to successfully retain their title and lift the 2026 championship trophy.
Objectives and Impact
Speaking at the event, the organizers described the competition as an annual initiative aimed at encouraging academic excellence, building confidence among pupils, and fostering a strong culture of learning among school children in Suleja and beyond. The winning schools received various prizes, including trophies and cash awards, in recognition of their performances.
Community Response
Participants, teachers, parents, and guests commended the Foundation for sustaining this educational initiative. They noted that the competition has continued to inspire pupils to strive for academic excellence through hard work, discipline, and determination.
