TeenEagle 3 Global Finals has continued to make headlines in Nigeria after the CEO of Manga Automobiles, Muhammad Manga, fulfilled his promise by awarding N800,000 to Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu, winner of the TeenEagle World English Language Competition. The presentation, held on August 29, 2025, brought the total disbursement to N1.7 million.
Nafisa had earlier received N200,000 from the Federal Government during a ceremony in Abuja, presented by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa.In an official statement, Manga Automobiles congratulated the winners, writing: “1st Place! A big Congratulations to the brilliant winners for bringing this home. Manga Automobiles is proud to support and encourage excellence with a reward of 1.7 million. Keep soaring higher – the future is yours.”
During the presentation, Muhammad Manga explained the breakdown of the awards. “I promised to award her N500,000 but I increased it to N800,000. Then for the other two contestants, we have awarded them N300,000 each. For her aunty that brought her, we award her N150,000. Then for the baby they came with, we give her N50,000. Then for her aunty again, N100,000 award. In total, N1.7 million.”
He also noted the significance of the government’s recognition, saying: “That N200,000 you received from the federal government is more than even my car stand because you have been recognized by the government, which is a bigger reward. I saw some people comment that the government gave footballers N152 million but gave you N200,000. However, the government is done with those footballers, but as for you, you have been recognized. Don’t make people’s comments discourage you.”
After receiving the award, Nafisa encouraged other young people to pursue their dreams. She said, “To all other kids that want to be like me, I want to tell you that your dreams are valid. Your potential is limitless. Don’t let anyone dull your spark. Work smart, work hard, and also pray.”
Source: https://dailyledger.com.ng/
