By; HOSEA YUSUF Abuja
Team Nigeria, proudly represented by Glisten International Academy from Abuja, has grabbed the spotlight at the 2024 VEX Robotics World Championship with its remarkable performance and unwavering determination.
This year’s championship featured a diverse array of participants from more than 60 countries, with over 24,000 students competing across various categories.
Among them, Glisten International Academy secured its position among the teams and represented Nigeria, showcasing the country’s prowess on the global stage.
The executive Director Glisten International Academy Abuja, Engr. Abba Saidu drives the technology for the school. The coaches are amazing, making a great team for the nation’s development at large.
In a statement issued by the National President of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS Samira Jibir PhD, said that the Team Nigeria led by the esteemed Engr Abba Saidu, is focused on maintaining its impressive display of talent and skills.
Under her exceptional leadership, Team Nigeria is poised to making a significant impact at the competition, displaying the nation’s culture and potentials in robotics and innovation.
Glisten International Academy is making waves across three categories: “Glistobot 17059G: Competing in the VEX Robotics Competition (VRC) High School category.
“Robotech 30659A: Preparing to compete in the VEX IQ Competition Middle School (VIQC MS).
“Techbot 30659B: Gearing up for the VEX IQ Competition Elementary School (VIQC ES).”
While the high school competition is already in full swing, anticipation is mounting for the middle school and elementary categories, set to commence later this week.
She commended the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin (CON) for sending his representative, Dr Sulaiman to grace this event in Dallas and the Honourable Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris Malagi, for their support and encouragement.
She also appreciated the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, and the entire management of NITDA for their support.
According to her, “there are also a good number of other supports that made this competition possible. We are immeasurable grateful. Team Nigeria remains in high spirits, and its members are keenly focused on continuing their strong performance.”
