Kwara Governor Praises GSS Lafiagi's Quiz Victory

Government Secondary School (GSS) Lafiagi achieved a remarkable victory at the grand finale of the 2026 Kwara schools tax club quiz competition, scoring a perfect 20 points and retaining their title from the previous year. The school received a grand prize of 2.5 million Naira, while the two student representatives were awarded scholarships of 500,000 Naira each, payable upon their university admission.

Their teachers also received a cash prize of 150,000 Naira. Saint Anthony’s Secondary School, Ilorin secured second place with 16 points and received 1.5 million Naira, followed by Ebenezer High School, Ilorin with 14 points and a prize of 1 million Naira.

Governor Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, represented by Education Commissioner Dr Lawal Olorungbe, attributed the school's success to the government's substantial investment in education, which has transformed public schools in Kwara State. The Olofa of Offa, Oba Muftau Gbadamosi Esuwoye, noted that the educational advancements have helped the state avoid high poverty rankings.