The Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition winner will get N10m.

A statement by NB revealed that entries for this 10th edition competition opened on Thursday, May 16, 2024, and would close on Friday, July 19, 2024.

In 2015, Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund introduced the Maltina Teacher of the Year, a national competition, to identify, honour, and reward outstanding teachers in Nigeria.

The competition remains a platform to appreciate and reward teachers for their significant contribution towards the development of the education sector in Nigeria while inspiring excellence in teaching.

Speaking at the flag-off ceremony held in Lagos today, Managing Director, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Hans Essaadi, who was represented by the Human Resource Director, NB Plc, Grace Omo-Lamai, explained that the flag-off of this year’s edition represented the beginning of another journey to appreciating and celebrating the tireless efforts and dedication of teachers.

Essaadi stated that the company through the Felix-Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund remained unwavering in its commitment to supporting teachers in shaping future leaders and changing the lives of students for the better in Nigeria.

“The Maltina Teacher of the Year competition presents an opportunity to express our gratitude to teachers for the sacrifices they make, the extra hours they invest, and the guidance and mentorship they provide to ensure the success of our youth. Through this competition, we aim to recognise the efforts of teachers in the countless ways they have shaped our future. We acknowledge their selflessness, their passion for teaching, and their relentless pursuit of the growth and development of our nation,” he said.

In her keynote address, the Corporate Affairs Director, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Sade Morgan, disclosed that secondary school teachers in both public and private schools were eligible to participate in the 10th edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year competition.

Speaking on the reward earmarked for the winners, she noted that the overall winner for the 2024 edition would receive a trophy, a total cash prize of N10m, and a capacity development training opportunity abroad while his/her school receives either a block of classrooms or a computer laboratory.

“The first runner-up of the competition will equally receive a trophy and a total sum of N3,000,000, while the second runner-up receives a trophy and a total sum of N2,500,000. All state champions will be rewarded with recognition plaques and a cash prize of N1, 000,000 each,” she added.

To participate, eligible teachers can visit the dedicated website of Maltina Teacher of the Year to complete the entry form online.