PressPayNg X Nigeria Info: I Beg to Differ Student Debate (Quater Final)

PressPayNg is proud to announce its sponsorship of the popular debate series “I Beg to Differ” on Nigeria Info FM Abuja 1st Edition. The debate promises to ignite thought-provoking discussions and provide insightful perspectives.

As a leading advocate for education and community engagement, PressPayNg recognizes the importance of fostering critical thinking and informed dialogue on issues that affect our daily lives. The chosen debate topic addresses a timely and relevant concern in today’s digital age, where social media’s influence on mental health has become a subject of global discourse.

The debate series will feature participants from diverse backgrounds, including students, professionals, and mental health experts. Each session will allow debaters to present their arguments, backed by research and personal experiences, creating a dynamic platform for exploring the multifaceted relationship between social media and mental well-being.

PressPayNg’s sponsorship of “I Beg to Differ” aligns with our commitment to supporting initiatives that promote intellectual growth and societal well-being. By enabling these discussions, we hope to contribute to a deeper understanding of how social media can both positively and negatively impact mental health and to encourage responsible usage and digital literacy.

Listeners can tune in to Nigeria Info FM Abuja to follow the debates, which promise to be engaging and educational. The 8-round format will ensure a comprehensive exploration of the topic, providing listeners with various viewpoints and fostering a balanced perspective on the issue.

PressPayNg is excited to be part of this impactful initiative and looks forward to the enlightening conversations that will emerge from “I Beg to Differ.” Join us in exploring this critical topic and supporting the debaters as they navigate the complexities of social media and mental health.

These round of debaters are winners who emerged from the previous round of 16. They will go head to head with each and the winner will qualify for the Semi-final.

1st Debaters

1. Jeremy Ude- Raberto Schools, Abuja,14 years old
2. Chimerenma Eberebe– Vallydella modern School, Abuja, 13years old

Topic: “Nigeria We Hail Thee” Anthem Fosters our National Identity

2nd Debaters

1. Etomi Bernard Samuel- Joel Model School, 13years old
2. Josephine Dikemdi- Jah’s Mercy International School, 13 years old

Topic: Elected Officials Should Have a Minimum Qualification of HND

The Judges

1. Irene Bangwell- Co-founder KNOSK N100 a Day Charity School and Girls Coach
2. Dr. Majid Dahiru- Researcher, Columnist and Tech Team Lead, Lux Terra Leadership Foundation

Prize: One Million Naira (N1,000,000.00)

Chimerenma Eberebe and Etomi Bernard Samuel- emerged winners of this round. To qualify for the finals in Lagos

Stay tuned to Nigeria Info FM Abuja 95.1 for updates and live broadcasts of the debate sessions, and engage with us on social media to share your thoughts on this important issue. Together, we can make a difference in understanding and addressing the mental health challenges posed by our digital world.