A DAUGHTER OF ABIA, A PRIDE TO NIGERIA
Faith Emmanuel Mba, a remarkable daughter of Abia State from Ohafia Local Government Area, has made an incredible mark on the global stage.
A graduate of History and International Studies from Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Faith learned the Chinese language for just 18 months, starting from scratch in March 2025.
She went on to participate in the 2026 Nigerian National Chinese Bridge Competition, where she emerged as the National Champion, earning the opportunity to represent Nigeria at the global competition in China.
Competing against 157 contestants from 138 countries, including participants with 5, 10 and even 15 years of Chinese-language experience, she distinguished herself and won the Global Third Prize, earning a place among the Global Top 30.
She is also the 12th contestant from the UNIZIK Confucius Institute to reach the Global Top 30 since 2018.
Her achievement has attracted commendation from the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria, which described her as an outstanding Nigerian youth.
This remarkable success reflects her passion, hard work, confidence, perseverance and determination to excel beyond limitations.
Emmanuel faith has made ohafia, Abia state and Nigeria proud.
