In commemoration of the 2025 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, A New Thing International Foundation held the grand finale of its School Outreach for Better Education (SOBE) Inter-School Quiz Competition on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Jefla Event Centre, Minna, Niger State.
The event marked the successful conclusion of weeks of school outreach activities aimed at raising awareness on drug abuse, social vices, and academic discipline among secondary school students. The campaign, which directly engaged young people in their learning environments, culminated in an intellectually rich and creatively vibrant competition.
Participating Schools Included:
FOMWAN Secondary School
Government Day Science College, Tunga
Father O’Connel Secondary School
Girls Day Secondary School
Kowa International School
Ahmadu Bahago Secondary School
Barikin Saleh Day Secondary School
The grand finale featured quiz rounds, public speaking segments, and student-led creative presentations centered on themes of behavioral reform, leadership, and youth development. The competition offered a platform for students to showcase knowledge and critical thinking while reinforcing core values that steer them away from harmful behaviors.
Competition Results:
🥇 FOMWAN Secondary School – 1st Place
🥈 Government Day Science College, Tunga – 2nd Place
🥉 Father O’Connel Secondary School – 3rd Place
Winners were awarded trophies and certificates of excellence, while all participating schools received certificates of participation and SOBE-branded souvenirs, in recognition of their effort and commitment.
One of the highlights of the event was the goodwill message delivered on behalf of the Executive Director of A New Thing International Foundation, Ambassador Kenneth Anetor, by the Head of Volunteers and Niger State Focal Person, Yusuf Nas. In his message, the Executive Director encouraged the students to take full responsibility for their choices and remain drug-free:
“You don’t have to wait until it’s too late. You are the champions of prevention. The smartest choice you can make is to stay drug-free. Be smart — don’t start.”
The event was graced by teachers, youth leaders, and community stakeholders who joined in celebrating the students’ efforts and reinforcing the campaign’s core message — that young people, when equipped with the right knowledge and support, can lead the charge against drug abuse and other social vices.
A New Thing International Foundation extends its heartfelt appreciation to all participating schools, volunteers, facilitators, and partners who contributed to the success of the SOBE campaign in Niger State.
As the world observes World Drug Day 2025 under the theme “The Evidence is Clear: Invest in Prevention,” the Foundation remains committed to frontline community action that empowers youth, promotes prevention, and builds a better future for the next generation.
Media Inquiries:
Head of Research and development , A New Thing International Foundation
Email: [ Anewthingworldwide@gmail.com ]
Phone: [+234 904 552 9938]
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