14/07/2026
SURE FOUNDATION GOLD ACADEMY ORLU PRODUCES IMO STATE PRIMARY CHAMPION AT THE IMO STATE PRELIMINARY/QUALIFYING ROUND OF SPELL-A-TON AFRICA NATIONAL SPELLING CHAMPIONSHIP
Sure Foundation Gold Academy Orlu has emerged in the spotlight at the Spell-a-ton Africa National Spelling Championship – Imo State Preliminary and State Qualifying Round, producing the Champion in the Primary School Category after an exciting and highly competitive contest.
The championship, which attracted pupils from schools across Imo State, showcased exceptional brilliance as contestants demonstrated remarkable spelling proficiency, confidence and composure throughout the competition.
The First Position (Champion) in the Primary Category was won by a pupil of Sure Foundation Gold Academy Orlu, Okechi Tochukwu, while the Second Position was secured by a pupil of Xavier Schools Owerri, Bernard Amazing Chidiuto . The Third Position went to a pupil of Ephaphatha Academy Owerri, Nwachukwu Stephanie Chinwekene , completing an impressive podium of outstanding young spellers.
The Director of Spell-a-ton Africa, Dr. OPrince Agwuncha, congratulated the winning schools and all participating institutions for their commitment to promoting literacy and academic excellence.
He noted that the standard of competition was exceptionally high, with contestants exhibiting a strong command of the official word list and making the contest a very competitive state qualifiers.
Also speaking, the Director/National Coordinator, Miracle Ozonyiri-Nwaneri, applauded the winners, their teachers and parents for their dedication and hard work.
She encouraged schools to continue participating in academic competitions, noting that spelling championships help learners develop vocabulary, reading habits, confidence, communication skills, critical thinking and mental alertness.
The organisation further announced that the Top Ten highest-scoring contestants in the Primary Category have qualified to represent Imo State at the Spell-a-ton Africa National Spelling Championship, where they will compete with outstanding qualifiers from other states across the federation.
Spell-a-ton Africa reminds schools that registration is still open for pupils in Basic 4, Basic 5 and Basic 6 in other states of the federation. Schools are encouraged to register early and enroll at least ten pupils to maximize participation and improve their chances of producing state and national champions.
Spell-a-ton Africa also welcomes sponsorships and strategic partnerships from governments, corporate organizations, educational institutions, foundations and individuals who share its vision of advancing literacy, educational excellence and leadership development among Nigerian children.