Nigerian Teacher Wins Cambridge Award

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A primary school teacher at St. Michael RCM Primary School, Ogunpa Lunloye, Abeokuta Ogun State, Akeem Badru, has been named regional winner of the 2023 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Award in Nigeria.

Run by Cambridge University Press, the Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Award is a global competition that celebrates the efforts of teachers around the world.

This year, the competition received over 11,000 nominations from 99 countries, an increase of over 30 percent compared to last year’s.

The competition gives students, parents and other teachers the chance to nominate a current primary or secondary teacher who has impacted positively.

Now in its fifth year, the award demonstrates the inspiring and positive impact of teachers across the globe and gives students a platform to show gratitude.

Badru was named regional winner in Nigeria for his achievement in “First Step Initiatives”, a Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) project where he promoted creativity and critical thinking.

As a TeachSDG Ambassador, he financed the construction of a borehole for the village as his contribution towards the achievement of 2030 Sustainable Development Goals and to solve the problem of water related diseases that keep his pupils out of school.

He said: “I want to appreciate Cambridge University Press for this award. This award will encourage me to work harder and also serve as motivation for other teachers in the country.

“The teaching profession is a noble job, and I am glad you appreciate the important roles that teachers play in shaping the minds, characters and lives of people in society. Through First Step Initiatives, I will continue to help children build the skills that will allow them to unlock their potential.”

Matthew Walker, Publishing Director for Education at Cambridge University Press, Matthew Walker, said the achievements of winners and numerous nominations received for the competition spoke volumes for the value of teachers’ roles and the positive impact they have on students.

“We hope that this recognition will continue to inspire teachers to deliver exceptional teaching and encourage the next generation of learners to aim high in their ambitions,” he added.

Badru will receive £500 worth of books or digital resources, along with a trophy, and promotion for him and his school. He will also feature on a page at the front of new Cambridge University Press Education textbooks from February 2024.

The overall winner of the award will be announced on 6 June 2023.

The Nation

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