In its continuous endeavor to enhance the quality of education in Nigeria, Union Bank of Nigeria has forged a partnership with Nigeria Breweries, the makers of Maltina malt drink, as the official financial sponsor of the 10th-anniversary edition of the esteemed Maltina Teacher of the Year Award.
The bank’s backing of this year’s milestone edition, themed ‘A decade of inspiring excellence in teaching’, is aligned with its corporate strategy and vision to elevate three fundamental pillars of education in Nigeria: enhancing accessibility, elevating standards, and optimizing learning outcomes through strategic cross-industry collaborations.
As a staunch advocate for the bright educational prospects of Nigerian youth, Union Bank is dedicated to achieving its objectives by leveraging the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly focusing on SDG 4 Quality Education.
This unwavering commitment has led the Bank to establish its innovative educational support platform, Edu360.
The initiative is designed to facilitate crucial investments in the education sector by empowering teachers through capacity building and fostering partnerships between parents and educators to enhance child development and curriculum effectiveness.
The Maltina Teacher of the Year Award, now in its tenth edition since its inception in 2015, is a commendable initiative by Nigerian Breweries aimed at recognizing and honoring exceptional teachers whose dedication has significantly impacted the academic progression of students in Nigeria.
Commenting on the Bank’s sponsorship of the 10th Anniversary of the Teacher of the Year Award Ceremony, Union Bank’s Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Olufunmilola Aluko, expressed delight in collaborating with such a noble initiative like the Maltina Teacher of the Year, which seeks to spotlight and commend outstanding educators who have positively influenced the minds of Nigerian students.
According to the manager, this partnership closely aligns with the bank’s overarching objective of enhancing the standard of education in the country while ensuring equal opportunities for every child, irrespective of gender, to acquire transformative knowledge that will not only benefit themselves and their families but also contribute to the broader society.
“Union Bank remains resolute in its dedication to promoting education, viewing it not only as a Sustainable Development Goal but also as a value-enhancing venture within its spectrum of business interventions. They firmly believe in investing in Nigeria’s future and acknowledge the pivotal role of quality education in the nation’s progress.”
