The Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund has officially launched the call for entries into the 2026 Maltina Teacher of the Year (MTOTY) competition, inviting exceptional secondary school teachers across Nigeria to apply for the prestigious award.
The 12th edition of the initiative, which recognizes and celebrates outstanding educators who shape the future of Nigerian students, opened for submissions on June 3, 2026.
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Teachers in both public and private secondary schools are eligible to participate.
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Applications must be submitted by Friday, August 7, 2026.
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In a statement promoting the award, organizers emphasized the importance of honoring teachers’ dedication: “Because every teacher who changes lives deserves to be celebrated.” The competition highlights the transformative role educators play in classrooms nationwide.
Attractive Rewards for Winners
The overall national winner stands to receive a substantial package, including:
- ₦10 million cash prize
- A brand new Honda HR-V SUV
- One year’s supply of Maltina
- An overseas capacity development training opportunity
Additionally, the winner’s school will benefit from an infrastructure project valued at ₦30 million.
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The first runner-up will receive ₦5 million and a trophy, while the second runner-up gets ₦3 million and a trophy. All state champions will be awarded ₦1 million each along with recognition plaques.
Long-standing Impact
Since its inception in 2015, the Maltina Teacher of the Year award has recognized over 300 teachers. It enjoys support from key education stakeholders, including the Federal Ministry of Education, the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), the All Nigeria Conference of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS), and the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN).
The grand finale, where the 2026 winner will be announced, is scheduled for October 30, 2026.14
Teachers interested in applying are encouraged to visit the official website for full details and application guidelines.
Partners supporting the 2026 edition include Honda Manufacturing Nigeria Limited, Union Bank of Nigeria, and Air Peace Limited.
This year’s competition continues the program’s mission to elevate the teaching profession and inspire excellence in Nigeria’s education sector.
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