Three Nigerian teenagers Nafisa Abdullahi, Rukaiya Fema, and Khadija Kalli have been awarded fully-funded scholarships by the Atiku Abubakar Foundation following their outstanding performance at the TeenEagle Global Finals.
The girls, who emerged as global winners in various categories of the prestigious academic competition, were recognised by the Foundation for what it described as their “remarkable success.”
In a letter which was obtained by PUNCH Online on Thursday, dated August 5, 2025, and signed by Prof. Ahmadu Shehu, Acting Secretary of the AAF, the Foundation wrote: “The Atiku Abubakar Foundation is delighted to learn of your outstanding performance at the TeenEagle Global Finals, where you emerged as global winners in various categories of the competition.”
Among the recipients is 17-year-old Nafisa Abdullahi, who stood out for her command of the English language, critical thinking, and articulation, skills that propelled her to win against participants from 69 countries.
The Foundation, in its congratulatory message, said, “Your remarkable success is a testament not only to your academic excellence but also to the boundless potential of all children to achieve their dreams, regardless of gender, social class, or background.”
In recognition of the feat, AAF offered the girls a “fully-funded scholarship covering the remainder of your secondary education and your university studies at any institution of your choice.”
The letter also reaffirmed the Foundation’s mission, stating, “As the platform that coordinates the philanthropic activities of H.E. Atiku Abubakar, GCON, renowned for his commitment to quality education in Nigeria, the Foundation reaffirms its dedication to supporting education, particularly for girls and other vulnerable groups.”
Concluding the message, the Foundation added: “We wish you continued success in all your future endeavours. Please accept our warmest congratulations and sincere regards.”
On Wednesday, President Bola Tinubu congratulated the three students for emerging world champions at the academic competition.
Atiku Abubakar also congratulated Nafisa Aminu, an indigene of Yobe state for emerging as the world’s best in English at the finals of the competition.
(punch)
