Ivory Educational Resources presents
AkinyeleSpellingChallenge 2026
“Come, Spell to Excel and Shine!”
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Everything from the 2026 challenge
The full story of the maiden Akinyele Spelling Challenge, one focused page per topic.
2026 Results
Meet the champion, the runners-up and the judging panel that made the calls.
Stand up for the championsTry It Yourself
Practise solo, or take on a simulated contestant in the Spelling Bee Challenge.
Start practisingAbout the Challenge
The mission, who could enter, and how the maiden edition came together.
Read moreCompetition Format
Three rounds, house rules, and how scoring and eligibility worked.
See the formatWord Bank Explorer
330 UK-English words and occupations to explore, with meanings and IPA.
Browse the wordsAs Featured In
How local press covered the maiden edition within days of the finale.
Read the coverageOn the Day
Photos from Funduk Hall, captured by SDC Photography.
Open the galleryOfficial Register
All 48 contestants and the 20 schools they represented.
See the registerBehind the Scenes
The organising team, partners, and Techbase Consultant Services.
Meet the team