The Language and Literature Bureau (DBP) concluded its annual story-telling competition yesterday. The competition, themed ‘Aku Anak Brunei’, aimed to instill a love for the nation and local culture in young participants. Mohd Rayyan Hadi bin Haji Mahadi won Category A (Malay Language) with Ahmad Harith Irfan bin Haji Umardani and Ahmad Muhammad Al-Ameen bin Abdul Rahman as first and second runners-up.
Anaa Sumayyah binti Muhammad Azya Azrine won Category B (English Language) with Nurul Airah Dania binti Muhammad Desmon Danish Ezwan and Md Noor’syafi Aqil bin Md Noorisma Rudy in second and third places.
Dayangku Nurul Sarah Atikah binti Pengiran Omar won the best costume and prop award.
Permanent Secretary (Core Education) at the Ministry of Education Dr Shamsiah Zuraini Kanchanawati binti Haji Tajuddin attended the final rounds of the competition and presented prizes to the winners.
Acting Director of DBP Hajah Haireni binti Haji Awang Damit, in a speech, highlighted the importance of reading in developing childrens ‘minds and characters. She emphasised that reading is not only a basic skill but also a gateway to knowledge, imagination and creativity.
The competition encouraged participants to explore stories, create original work and develop public speaking skills, fostering confidence and knowledge in young minds, said Hajah Haireni. – James Kon
