DAMATURU — Yobe State on Wednesday hosted the third edition of its spelling bee competition at Government Girls' College, Damaturu. Governor Mai Mala Buni, who was represented by his deputy, Idi Barde Gubana, offered cash prizes to the winners, including a pupil with special needs. The amounts were not disclosed. The governor highlighted his administration's investment in education, including the renovation of schools and the construction of new mega schools. He also noted that three Yobe students have won categories of the TeenEagle International competition in the United Kingdom over the past three years. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Assoc. Prof. Abba Idris Adam, was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Muhammad Hadi. The organising committee was chaired by Abubakar K. Zaid. Sponsors of the event included the Nigeria Food Corporation, Greyland, Damuli, Samsung Construction, Elegance Construction and ADAF MBL.