Lagos Teacher Wins ₦10 Million, Car as 2026 Maltina Teacher of the Year
A Lagos State secondary school teacher, Busayo Victoria Adeyemo, has emerged as the 2026 Maltina Teacher of the Year, receiving ₦10 million, a brand-new Honda HR-V and an all-expenses-paid overseas training opportunity.
Adeyemo, a teacher at Lanre Awolokun High School, Gbagada, Lagos, was announced as the winner during the competition’s grand finale at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, on Friday, October 30, 2026.
Her school will also receive a ₦30 million infrastructure project in recognition of her achievement, providing an opportunity to improve learning facilities for students.
The competition, organised by the Nigerian Breweries–Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund, celebrates teachers whose dedication and contributions support quality education across Nigeria.
Yusuf Cariyat of Wisdom International School of Excellence, Abuja, emerged as the first runner-up, receiving ₦5 million, while Ephraim Jacob Inyangudo of Comprehensive Secondary School, Akwa Ibom State, won ₦3 million as the second runner-up.
Speaking at the event, Adeyemo expressed gratitude for the recognition and reaffirmed her commitment to inspiring learners and making a difference in their lives.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commended the organisers for recognising outstanding educators and supporting educational development.
The Trust Fund’s Chairman, Thibaut Boidin, emphasised that teachers’ contributions extend beyond classrooms, shaping children’s futures and strengthening society.
The award highlights the importance of recognising dedicated teachers and investing in school infrastructure to create better learning opportunities for Nigerian children.
