The main goal was to improve written and spoken English in secondary schools in Nigeria. In 2010, Dr. Abiola Adimula having had the burden to address one of the challenges occasioned by technology and use of mobile phones where words are coined in SMS and the correct usage of English language was being bastardized and also causing failures for students who carry the habits into exam hall, initiat
ed and introduced the Great Kwara State Spelling Bee Competition. The competition was organized consistently with the Kwara State Ministry of Education among both public and private secondary schools in Kwara State since 2010. In 2012, Leah Foundation also collaborated with the organisers. The programme had a powerful team of respected professionals and volunteers notable among them were Dr. Catherine Adegoke and Kunle Okeowo (of blessed memory). The competition became a household name in the state within a short time. The education sector in Kwara State was visibly enhanced. Notable achievements include:
Winner of the 2012 competition, Anuoluwa Atte led Team Kwara to a national competition and won 18 seaters Bus for Kwara State.
The Chairman of the Association of Principal of Schools (ANCOPSS) in Kwara State- Alh.K.I Omomeji reported progressive improvement in WAEC & NECO results of students from participating schools
Progressive statistics of public schools performance was recorded from 30% to 45% & 50% in 2010, 2012 and 13 respectively.
International Exposure for scholars
Platform of opportunity for scholarship
Today, Great Kwara Spelling Bee Scholars are well positioned as future leaders across the globe
