Crawford University Hosts Prestigious Pre-Nationals Debate Championship

Crawford University is currently hosting the Pre-Nationals of the All-Nigeria Universities Debating Championship (ANUDC), a five-day event that has drawn student debaters, adjudicators, and academic leaders from across the country.

The event serves as a precursor to the 12th All-Nigeria Universities Debating Championship, scheduled for August 24 to 30, 2025, at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti.

Crawford University is showcasing its commitment to academic excellence and intellectual development by hosting this prestigious event.

 "Debate is more than just a competition; it is a platform for exchanging ideas, challenging perspectives, and sharpening critical thinking."

ANUDC President, Associate Professor Abdul-Lateef Adekunle Owoade*: "I urge you to see this gathering not merely as a competition but as a vital developmental platform; a training ground for the greater national stage that awaits you."

The event is expected to foster intellectual growth, collaboration, and peer learning among participants, affirming Crawford University's role as a rising force in academic and intellectual development in Nigeria .