Bomarah Foundation Awards N250,000 to Top School at 3rd Schools Competition
Some Lagos State schools and teachers had a life-changing moment at the finals of the 3rd Bomarah Foundation Schools Competition, which ended on Monday, October 12, 2026, at the Muson Centre, Lagos Island.
The three-day contest featured a Spelling Bee for Junior and Senior Secondary Schools, along with quizzes and debates for both teachers and students. Lagos Education District III selected five schools at each level from a total of 25 schools in the district.
The participating junior schools were Falomo Junior High School, Ireti Junior High School, Girls Junior Grammar School, Okesuna Junior High School and Eko Akete Junior Secondary School. At the senior level were Falomo Senior High School, Ireti Senior Grammar School, Okesuna Senior High School, Girls Senior Secondary Grammar School and Eko Akete Senior Grammar School.
The preliminary rounds held from October 7 to 8 at St. George’s Primary School, Falomo, before the grand finale at the Muson Centre.
The first-prize school winner received N250,000, a school bag, a medal and other gifts.
The second-place school received N150,000 and other gift items, while the third-place school received N100,000 and other gift items.
For the teachers, the first-prize winner received N200,000, the second N150,000 and the third N100,000, all with other gift items.
In her welcome address at the grand finale, the President of the Bomarah Foundation, Hajia Bola Muse, said: “Three years ago, we started with a dream. Today, that dream is standing tall before you.”
The theme of this year’s competition was “Building Brighter Minds Through Healthy Competition”.
According to Hajia Muse, the theme captures the foundation’s mission. “We believe true education is not just about passing exams, but about building character, confidence, collaboration and creativity. Healthy competition is the furnace where brighter minds are forged.”
Reflecting on the foundation’s journey, she said: “year 1 – 2024 (Heal & Build Confidence), we began with five schools in Lagos State. We invited motivational speakers to speak to the students and teachers at the end, we awarded full scholarships to 10 orphans and vulnerable children, which we have sustained till today.
“Year 2 – 2025 (The Growth): We expanded to 10 schools across Lagos State and environs. We introduced the Teachers Current Affairs Challenge to celebrate our teachers who are nation-builders.
“We also launched: Family Support Food Drive reaching 750 families during Ramadan and Christmas. Back-to-School Project: we distributed over 1,200 school bags, books and uniforms. Teachers Capacity Building Workshop* in partnership with NUT and TRCN on Digital Teaching Tools. Widows and Mothers Small Business Support* – 100 women empowered with start-up grants.”
On the third edition, she said: “Year 3 – 2026 (Today – The Harvest): This 3rd Edition is elaborate, 20 schools registered. We now have four categories: JSS Quiz, SSS Quiz, JSS/SSS Spelling Bee, and SSS Teachers Current Affairs (Advanced). We also added Debate and STEM Innovation. Today you will witness brilliance at its peak.”
The President further thanked the sponsors, donors, partners and technical partners who made the event a success.
“To our major sponsors and donors who funded prizes, logistics and scholarships, May Allah replenish your pockets in multiple folds.
“To our Technical Partners and Collaborators* for your guidance. To our Volunteers and Organizing Committee, especially my Vice President – your sleepless nights are evident in the beauty of today.
“To our Judges Panel for maintaining integrity and fairness. To all Principals and Proprietors who trusted us with your students and teachers. To Parents – thank you for supporting your wards.
“To our competitors – I say this: The award and medals is temporary, but the knowledge, confidence and friendship you gain here is permanent. Whether you take first, second or third, you are all winners of Bomarah Foundation.
“As I declare this 3rd Edition Grand Finale open, I pray that from this hall will emerge future doctors, engineers, teachers, leaders and innovators who will make Nigeria proud.”
