By Fabian Ekeruche
Salem Baptist International School has emerged winner of the Bible Society of Nigeria (BSN) Bible quiz for primary schools on Thursday in Lagos.
The quiz was part of BSN mission to instill godly values and promote early engagement with scripture.
The event took place at Salvation Army, Igbobi Corps, Onipanu, featured six finalist schools selected from a pool of 17 participants.
Salem Baptist International School, represented by Muritala Desmond and Taiwo Ewaoluwa, clinched the first-place position after a rigorous competition.
Graine Royal School and Angels on Mission emerged as first and second runners-up, respectively.
Other finalists included God’s Glory Abide Nursery and Primary School (4th place), Tane Crescent (5th), and De-future Hope School (6th).
Speaking to newsmen at the the event, Ewaoluwa from Salem Baptist International School thanked the organisers, stating:
“We are so happy to win, and we are grateful for this platform to express ourselves and learn more about the Bible”.
The General Secretary/CEO, BSN, Pastor Samuel Sanusi, represented by the Society’s Production and Programmes Manager, Mrs. Grace Benjamin, emphasized the importance of nurturing spiritual values in children from an early age.
“We want our children to revive godly values. With the rise in moral decadence in society, reading and understanding the Bible helps children to know what God wants them to do, shaping them to live according to His will,” Sanusi said.
He noted that the 17 participating schools answered questions derived from the BSN publication “My 100 Best Loved Bible Stories” during the preliminary rounds.
According to him, the top-performing schools advanced to the final stage of the competition.
He also appealed to well-meaning Nigerians and organizations to support the initiative, enabling wider participation and more rewarding prizes for the pupils.
“As we catch them young, we help them grow into morally upright individuals who can resist social vices and positively impact society,” he added.
He said that the Bible Society of Nigeria remained committed to promoting biblical literacy and spiritual growth across all age groups.
He added that the BSN is the leading organisation responsible for translating the Bible into Nigerian languages, with over 29 translations completed till date.
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