Nigerian Breweries has called for entries for the 11th Maltina Teacher of the Year competition
The announcement was made during the kick-off ceremony in Lagos.
Entries will stay open from June 24 to August 22.
The competition, a brainchild of Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund, is an initiative that recognises, celebrates and rewards exceptional teachers in public and private secondary schools, reports The Nation.
Speaking at the event, managing director, represented by Corporate Affairs Director, Uzodinma Odenigbo, reiterated the company’s commitment to honouring the invaluable contributions of teachers.
While appreciating Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), and All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS) for treading the path with NB-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund, he said their support has been vital in ensuring credibility and reach of the competition.
Marketing Director, Sarah Agha, noted that beyond rewarding winners, the initiative has elevate the status of teachers, foster community impact, and contributed to educational development in Nigeria.
Odenigbo described the competition as a transformative platform that aligns with the company’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 4 – Quality Education.
He reaffirmed that secondary school teachers in public and private schools are eligible to participate in the 11th the Maltina Teacher of the Year competition.
The director noted that the overall winner for 2025 edition would receive a trophy, N10 million, capacity development training abroad and a school infrastructure project worth N30 million in his/her school.
“The first runner-up will receive a trophy and N5 million, while the second runner-up receive a trophy and N3 million. All State Champions will be given recognition plaques and N1 million each,” he said.
Representatives of NUT, TRCN, among others, hailed both company and foundattion for their role in advancing educational development in Nigeria. They pledged their commitment to contributing their part in boosting participation.
Those eligible can register online at www.maltinateacheroftheyear.com or download the form, complete, scan and email it to maltinateacheroftheyear@heineken.com
