Fatshimetrie Chidiebube lfechukwu of Esomnofu of Crown Grace School, Mararaba, Nasarawa State, has been crowned the grand prize winner of the 10th edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year competition, at the finale held in Lagos on Friday night.
The event highlighted lfechukwu’s dedication and excellence as a teacher, rewarding his hard work and commitment to education. His victory earned him a cash prize of N10 million, as well as a fully funded overseas professional development training.
In recognition of his achievements, lfechukwu’s school will be awarded either a fully equipped computer lab or a block of six classrooms worth N20 million. The initiative is aimed at supporting and strengthening the educational infrastructure for the benefit of the students and the school community at large.
Alongside Ifechukwu, Kehinde Oladapo Olukayode of Molusi College, Oke Sopen, Ijebu Igbo came in second, while Aniefiok Iniobong Udoh of Community Secondary Commercial School, Ikot Oku Ikono, Akwa Ibom State, bagged third place.
This prestigious event highlights the importance of teachers’ role in society and underscores the positive impact they have on the lives of students and their communities. The recipients of this edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year epitomize teaching excellence and passion for teaching, and deserve to be celebrated and honoured.
Ultimately, this event serves as a reminder of the critical importance of education and highlights the inspiring work of teachers who dedicate their lives to shaping and guiding future generations. These quiet heroes deserve our recognition and gratitude for their invaluable contribution to society.
Fatshimetrie continues to support and promote excellence in education, and we warmly congratulate the winners of this edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year competition for their exceptional achievements.