By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S.
Engaging quiz and debate competitions took center stage at the Ministry of Information and Civic Education’s inaugural Civic Day in Port Loko. The event, held at the Port Loko District Council Hall, aimed to test students’ knowledge of civic education while fostering patriotism and nationalism by focusing on national and local issues in Sierra Leone.
Six schools participated in the event: Dr. Kadie A. Sesay Government Girls Secondary School, Catholic Junior Secondary School, Port Loko, Movement of Faith Junior Secondary School, Maforkie Agricultural Islamic Secondary School, Johanna Kuyvenhoven Model Secondary School, and Free Pentecostal Academy.
In the quiz competition, students answered questions related to Sierra Leone’s identity, culture, and governance through a randomized ballot system. After three rounds, Catholic Junior Secondary School, Port Loko, emerged as the champion with 18 points, followed by Johanna Kuyvenhoven Model Secondary School, which secured second place with 14 points.
The debate competition featured the same schools, with students presenting arguments on topics such as social media usage, the fight against corruption, and the significance of the national census. The final debate centered on the motion: “Port Loko is a key driver for civic education.” Patient B.S. Turay from Dr. Kadie A. Sesay Government Girls Secondary School won the debate competition, while Alfred S. Sesay from Johanna Kuyvenhoven Model Secondary School claimed second place.
Winners of both the quiz and debate competitions received cash prizes and customized school materials. The Civic Day series is set to continue promoting civic engagement and national pride throughout Sierra Leone.
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