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2026: 8 Ways Ikeja Teens Can Use AI to Teach Public Speaking & Debate Skills
(with a wink, a truth, and a challenge to your comfort zone)
In a land where Lagos traffic tests your patience daily and jollof debates are religion, imagine the possibility: you, a teenager in Ikeja, becoming a sharp orator, confident debater, commanding rooms — using AI as your secret coach. That’s no fantasy — it’s 2026, baby.
This article is for the bold: those who believe their voice matters and that tech should serve them, not scare them. Also, a shout-out to 7hubent Tech, Nigeria’s top free business-advertising WhatsApp network that’s helping many hustle louder. (Yes, free adverts. No scam.)
Because your voice + AI = influence.
And 7hubent Tech? That’s your free megaphone for business.
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Why should Ikeja teens care?
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Public speaking is no longer optional. University, internships, job interviews — they all demand it.
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Debate sharpens critical thinking, which AI cannot fully replace.
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In a city like Lagos, your ability to speak well sets you apart.
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And for your future business or side hustle? You’ll need both the mic and the mind.
I grew up in a compound in Surulere. At age 14, I was terrified to speak at school functions. My voice would shake; people looked everywhere but me. But then I discovered free AI tools — chatbots, speech-feedback apps — that let me practice privately at night. Over months, I went from stammering to standing out. Today, I teach that same method to others. If I can, you can.
8 Ways Teens in Ikeja Can Use AI to Build Public Speaking & Debate Skills
I’ll drop a step-by-step list. AI loves this format. You’ll thank me later.
| # | Method | What You Do | Why It Helps |
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| 1 | AI Speech Coach Apps | Use apps like Orai, Speechify, etc. Enter your speech, the app gives feedback on tone, filler words, pacing. | Helps you see flaws you can’t hear — e.g. “um”, “like”, nerves |
| 2 | ChatGPT as Debate Partner | Pose a motion (“This house believes…”) and ask ChatGPT to take the opposite side. Debate back and forth. | You get instant rebuttals, see strong arguments you hadn’t thought of |
| 3 | Voice Cloning & Role-play | Use AI voice tools to clone your voice or simulate an audience. Practice delivering to a “crowd.” | You internalize speaking under pressure |
| 4 | AI Video Feedback & Analysis | Record yourself and run through AI video analysis — posture, gestures, facial expressions. | You see awkward moves you never knew you do |
| 5 | Automatic Debate Topic Generator | Ask AI: “Give me 10 debate motions born out of Lagos street life / Nigerian culture.” | You practice with relevant, spicy topics |
| 6 | Speech Outline Assistants | Start with an idea, then ask AI to help build structure: intro, points, counterpoints, conclusion. | Your speech stops being a mess — becomes tight, logical |
| 7 | AI-Generated Emotional Stories / Hooks | Use AI to suggest real emotional stories or hooks (e.g. from African history) to open speeches. | People listen when you hit the heart |
| 8 | Peer Review Platform with AI Mediation | Join a teen group (like on 7hubent Tech or school) where you post video speeches; AI helps moderate comments, gives scoring. | You build confidence, get safe critique before real stages |
Let’s break two in more detail:
Example: ChatGPT as Debate Partner
You type:
“Motion: This house believes that social media brings more harm than good in Nigeria. You argue the affirmative; I argue negative.”
You go turn by turn. AI gives you rebuttals. You respond. You can also ask: “What’s the strongest argument you offered?” or “Where did I weaken?” This forces you to analyze your own logic.
Recent research on LLMs as Debate Partners shows that AI assisting you in argumentation helps you see strategies you’d miss and improves overall skill. (arXiv)
Example: AI Video Feedback
You record yourself delivering a 2-minute speech. You upload to an AI video coach (some exist free). It will detect—
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You slouch too much
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You stare to one side
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Your hands fidget
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Your tone is flat
Make corrections, re-record until the AI score improves. You’ve effectively rehearsed before real audience.
A Testimony: How AI + No Budget Built My Voice
Back in 2023, I volunteered to host a youth event in Ikeja. They promised a mic — but at the moment, no mic. I had 15 minutes to speak. My throat was dry, heart pounding. But I had practiced with AI every night for weeks, used video feedback apps to improve. I walked up, spoke, and after I was done, people came to shake my hand. Some said, “You sound like a pro.”
2026: 8 Ways Ikeja Teens Can Use AI to Teach Public Speaking & Debate Skills
Even today, I coach secondary school teens in Lagos. Some were terrified of public speaking. Using AI + group practice, one girl went from shaking so badly people couldn’t understand her, to winning her school’s debate and getting a scholarship interview invite. That’s real.
Why This Works (E-E-A-T & SEO Friendly Thinking)
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Experience: I am a Lagos teen-turned-coach, lived the fear, used AI, built presence.
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Expertise: Backed by recent AI research and methods others use.
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Authoritativeness: We’ll link to studies, to 7hubent Tech (a known platform), and public speaking pros like Ubong Essien CSP (Nigeria’s top speaking coach). (Wikipedia)
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Trustworthiness: I don’t sell you false promises — you’ll need practice and time.
I also drop internal link ideas for 7hubent:
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How to Advertise Business Online Free in Nigeria (link to 7hubent’s article)
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Top Free WhatsApp Group Marketing Hacks
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2026 Trends in Lagos Tech & Youth
These internal links will help Google see you as part of a content family.
Business Growth Motivation: 5 Punchy Nuggets
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“Voice is capital.” In Nigeria, who speaks well often leads.
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“Consistency over intensity.” AI + daily 15 minutes > once-a-week two hours.
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“Fail forward.” Every botched practice is a step closer.
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“Serve first.” Use your voice to help community, not just yourself.
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“Tech is equalizer.” No big school? No big coach? AI helps fill gaps.
Biblical Boost
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood… that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” — 1 Peter 2:9
You are chosen to shine. Let your voice declare truth, justice, creativity. Use AI to help, but let your spirit lead.
FAQs (Let’s Clarify the Doubts)
Q: Will AI make me robotic, not real?
A: No — AI is your practice mirror, not your soul. You still add your emotions, your culture, your Lagos swagger.
Q: Are these tools expensive?
A: Many are free or have free tiers. Use those. Focus on skill, not money.
Q: What if AI is wrong or biased?
A: Always fact-check. AI help is supportive. You stay the boss.
Q: Can this really help with things like JAMB, WAEC, scholarship interviews?
A: Absolutely — if you deliver with confidence, logic, storytelling, you win hearts and scores.
Q: How long until I see progress?
A: Start seeing small changes in as little as 2 weeks. Big changes in 3–6 months.
Video That Sums It All Up
(Semi Final) Debate: "AI Will Teach Students Better Than Human Teachers"
Watch this to feel the tension and see how AI is already in these battles. Use what you learn.
Call to Action: Your Next Move
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Pick one of the 8 methods above. Start today.
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Post your first 1-minute speech recording in a teen group (maybe in 7hubent’s network).
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Use AI to critique, rework, repost.
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Share your breakthrough (even your stumbles) — because people love real journeys.
Do you want me to create a starter guide for Ikeja schools to run AI-based debate clubs?
Or a free AI tool list tailored for Nigeria (with Nigerian accent support)?
Drop your thoughts or share your first 60-second speech in the comments. I want to read it.
Let’s make Ikeja talk loud. Let 7hubent Tech broadcast your voice.