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St. Anthony Grammar School Private has cemented its reputation for academic excellence, claiming the coveted overall first place at the highly competitive ICAN ‘Catch Them Young’ secondary school competition around South West Region. The school’s representative, Solomon Onogwu, emerged victorious in a grueling final round, securing a significant scholarship and attracting the attention of both public and private sector leaders.

The competition began with an intense preliminary stage, featuring 10 schools from across the region. St. Anthony Grammar School Private immediately demonstrated its dominance, taking the first spot to proceed to the final rounds.

The grand finale took place on Thursday, October 30, 2025, where St. Anthony’s competed against four other top-performing schools. The final stage was designed to test a comprehensive range of business and financial knowledge, covering core subjects such as Financial Accounting, Commerce, Economics, and Entrepreneurial Skills.

The ultimate decider involved dynamic, high-pressure tasks that demanded critical thinking and communication skills. Contestants engaged in impromptu speech, a rigorous analysis of digital marketing strategies, and practical application of banking and finance concepts.

The pinnacle of the challenge was the writing and defense of an essay on the critical national topic: “The Federal Government Tax Reform and its Economic Implications.” It was here that St. Anthony’s representative, Solomon Onogwu, truly shone, demonstrating profound analytical ability and mastery of the subject matter, ultimately clinching the overall victory.

Solomon Onogwu’s exceptional performance earned him not only the competition trophy for the school but also a personal scholarship for the Accounting Technicians Scheme (ATS) program. His display of financial acumen has led to him being recognized by various government and private bodies as a “guru of interest” a promising talent for the nation’s financial future.

This resounding win, secured by the diligent work of Solomon and the faculty’s guidance, speaks volumes about St. Anthony Grammar School’s “passion for excellence and our professionalism in this niche,” as stated by the school administration. The victory is a clear indicator of the school’s commitment to developing future leaders in finance and business.