Photo: Master Sunmenu Abdurahman of Alfred Jonah International School Sapele, Delta State
Master Sunmenu Abdurahman, a student of Alfred Jonah International School in Sapele, Delta State, has emerged the star prize winner of the 2024 Annual Awokoya Memorial Chemistry Competition for Secondary School Students.
The prestigious award ceremony, which was held on Saturday, August 24th, 2024, at Provil School in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, was organized by the Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN).
In his address, Mr. Koide Owate, the Delta State Chairman of the Chemical Society of Nigeria, commended the students, teachers, parents, and the Ministry of Secondary Education for their exceptional performance and commitment to excellence. He expressed profound gratitude to Chevron Nigeria Limited, the longtime sponsor of the Awokoya Chemistry Competition, for their unwavering support.
Owate noted that the COVID-19 pandemic had significantly impacted the program, making it challenging for the Chemical Society of Nigeria to undertake the award ceremony for three years (2020-2022). However, he attributed the successful return of the program in 2023 to the resilience and commitment of Chevron Nigeria Limited.
The Delta State contingent performed exceptionally well, securing the first, second, and third positions in the 2024 edition of the national competition. Owate encouraged the awardees and attendees to take their study of chemistry seriously and pursue careers in science-related fields to improve their lives and contribute positively to society.
The highlight of the program was the presentation of plaques to the state prize winner, the runner-up, and the third-place winner. Other awardees included participating schools, teachers, and individuals who had made significant contributions to the competition.
The Awokoya Memorial Chemistry Competition is an annual event that aims to promote excellence in chemistry among secondary school students.
The competition is a testimony to the importance of science education in Nigeria and the need to encourage and support young minds to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
The success of Master Sunmenu Abdurahman and the Delta State contingent is a reflection of the state’s commitment to education and its determination to produce future leaders in science and technology.
As the awardees move forward, they are expected to inspire others to follow in their footsteps and make significant contributions to their communities and the nation at large.
