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Ukorebi Esien | April 20th, 2025
IBADAN — Israel Bolarinwa, a 100-level Education student from the University of Ibadan, has been crowned the 2025 National Champion of The Young Orators Public Speaking Competition.
The competition, held in Ibadan, brought together 15 young speakers from across Nigeria for a week-long camp featuring intensive training and mentorship. Following the semi-final rounds, eight finalists advanced to the national stage on April 5, where Bolarinwa emerged as the overall winner. He will represent Nigeria at the International Public Speaking Competition scheduled for May 12–17, 2025.
The annual event is organized by the Peat Philips Foundation in collaboration with the Youth Development Agency and the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Student Affairs. Akinleye Olu-Phillips, Executive Director of the Foundation, reaffirmed the competition's commitment to building communication and leadership skills among Nigerian youth.
Participants benefited from expert coaching led by Oluwaseun Olamipo Dawodu, the national coach, who facilitated sessions aimed at enhancing public speaking competence. The competition also received support from Genesis Studios, whose media partnership contributed to the success of the event.
Now in its latest edition, The Young Orators continues to grow in scope and impact, serving as a platform for nurturing the next generation of confident and articulate leaders.
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