Maltina | Teacher of the year

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As part of our commitment to our corporate philosophy of "Winning with Nigeria", Nigerian Breweries Plc has continued to take an increasingly active part in supporting education. We set up the Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund in 1994 with a startup capital of 100 million Naira to enable sustained quality education through structured intervention in the sector.

The fund has footprints across the six geographical zones in Nigeria at primary, secondary and tertiary levels of education. Through the Fund, we have constructed and furnished over 420 classrooms, sanitary facilities and libraries in 74 communities across the country. We have also granted scholarships to deserving students in tertiary institutions.

In 2015, the fund introduced the Maltina Teacher of the Year, a national competition to identify, honor and reward outstanding teachers in Nigeria. Maltina Teacher of the Year has recognised a total of 278 teachers since inception and is supported by the Federal Ministry of Education, the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), All Nigeria Conference of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPPS) and Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN).

Maltina Teacher of the Year Award aims to recognize and celebrate exceptional teachers in Nigeria. The initiative is open to teachers in ALL secondary schools across the country. There will be champions from each state of the federation and the FCT from which the overall winner will emerge — State Champions are recognised and rewarded, the National Winners emerge from these State Champions after further assessment.

Award Winners

Hall of Fame

Honoring outstanding educators who inspire, empower, and transform lives through education.

2024 Winner

Mr. Esomnofu Chidiebube

Esomnofu Chidiebube is a celebrated Mathematics educator, content creator, and Africa's most followed Mathematics teacher, with a thriving online community of over 1.3 million followers across social platforms. Through his innovative platform, Esomnofu Online Math, he simplifies complex mathematical concepts and helps students across the world overcome math anxiety. In 2025, he launched the Esomnofu National Mathematics Competition, personally funding the initiative to provide opportunities for nearly 1,000 students nationwide.

2023 Winner

Ms. Adeola Adefemi

Adeola Adefemi teaches English Language in Lagos State. She has championed quality education and safe learning environments, founding initiatives like Girls Allowed Hub and Every Child Counts Club to empower students. Her commitment to the teaching profession extends beyond the classroom as she strives to make a difference in the lives of her students.

2022 Winner

Mr. Ayiwulu Alaku

Ayiwulu Alaku is a native of Nasarawa State, a Teacher at Federal Government College Jos since 2014, he teaches Physics and Basic Sciences. He graduated from the University of Jos Nigeria with his first and second degree in Physics Education, and he is also a Fulbright TEA Alumni. He remains ever passionate towards inclusive education, academic research, teacher training, coaching and nurturing students towards attaining their highest potential.

2021 Winner

Mr. Abanika Taiye

Abanika Taiye, a Design and Technology/Basic Technology/Technical Drawing teacher at James Hope College, Agbor, Delta State, Nigeria. He emerged the winner of the prestigious Maltina Teacher of The Year award in 2021. He remains ever passionate and continues to give unwavering support to students and now shares best practices in education with educators.

2020 Winner

Ms. Oluwabunmi Anani

Oluwabunmi Ahoefa Anani hails from Lagos State, Nigeria and she is resident in Yola, Adamawa State where she teaches English Language and Literature at Concordia College Yola. Oluwabunmi who enjoys organizing programmes for children and teenagers, has executed a number of projects through her initiative: the Initiative for Educational Transformation (IET).

2019 Winner

Mr. Ezem Collins

Ezem Collins, a teacher at the Royal Family Academy, Abuja has emerged the 2019 Maltina Teacher of the Year. Collins, a Civic Education and Christian Religious Studies teacher was declared winner of the prestigious honour at the grand finale held on Friday, October 18, at Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.

2018 Winner

Mr. Olasunkanmi Opeifa

Olasunkanmi who teaches in Government Day Secondary School Karu, a school in a semi-rural area of Abuja serving children of low-income earners in the civil service, market traders and artisans. He has also published a book on learning English in order to reach more students beyond his community, and introduced free weekend tutorials in order to cover the syllabus with them.

2017 Winner

Mr. Ariguzo Udochukwu

Ariguzo Udochukwu is a seasoned registered educator and administrator. He has taught Biology, Chemistry, and Checkpoint Science at various international schools since commencing his teaching career over 14 years ago. He is certified to teach British (Cambridge) curriculum by Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), UK.

2016 Winner

Mr. Imoh Enoh Essien

Imoh Essien teaches at the Special Education Center for Exceptional Children, Uyo. He attained his first and second degrees in Special Education. Essien who is a top-class professional caregiver, tutor and guide to children with special needs believes that children can best be served through the cooperative effort of teachers, principals, support personnel and their parents.

2015 Winner

Mrs. Rose Nkemdilim Obi

Rose Nkemdilim Obi is a Mathematics and Chemistry teacher at Federal Government Girls' College, Onitsha, with 16 years teaching experience. Her engaging method of teaching mixed with a unique way of inspiring students towards studying sciences, has earned her numerous awards which include emerging the Maiden Winner of Maltina Teacher of the Year.

Celebrating Excellence in Teaching