We were delighted to invite COBIS students aged 12-17 to take part in TEDxStart Rite Schools Abuja on 7 February 2025.

This one-day, in-person event offered COBIS students the opportunity to step onto the TEDx stage and share their thoughts on the theme 'Ripples,' whether it was an inspiring story, a solution to a problem, or a vision for the future.  This was a wonderful opportunity for students to present their ideas to an engaged and supportive audience, gain insights from peers with diverse experiences and worldviews, and connect with like-minded individuals.

The event featured speakers from Japan, Luxembourg, and Nigeria, as well as student speakers from 6 schools across Africa. The event saw 23 speeches, 4 spoken word performances, 1 drama presentation, and 2 musical performances. Some of the speeches are available to watch below. Congratulations and thank you to all speakers.

You can watch some of the talks below:

From Body-Shaming to Self-Faming, Zulaiha Abdul-Hardo

One Idea, One Action: Creating a Better Future, Anav Chauhan

Huge thanks to Start Rite Schools Abuja, Nigeria, for hosting this inspiring event.