Dapo Abiodun Gifts N5m, Bungalow to Nigerian Teacher Shortlisted for Global Teacher Prize
- Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State honoured Kayode Adewale, a mathematics teacher shortlisted for the Global Teacher Prize, with a bungalow and N5 million
- Adewale, recognised for his innovative teaching methods and dedication to educational excellence, was named Ogun State Education Ambassador
- The governor praised Adewale’s achievements and commitment to transforming lives through education
The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun, announced on January 22 that Kayode Adewale, a mathematics teacher at Imagbon/Imaka Comprehensive High School, has been honoured with a bungalow and a cash prize of N5 million.
This recognition comes as Adewale was shortlisted among the Top 50 teachers globally in the prestigious Global Teacher Prize, an initiative by the Varkey Foundation supported by UNESCO.
Dapo Abiodun Gifts N5m, Bungalow to Nigerian Teacher Shortlisted for Global Teacher PrizeSource: Twitter
Celebrating Educational Excellence
Governor Abiodun expressed immense pride in celebrating Adewale, highlighting Ogun State’s reputation as the education capital of Nigeria.
“As a state that prides itself on being the education capital of Nigeria, we are immensely proud to celebrate one of our own, Kayode Adewale, a visionary educator who has earned a place among the Top 50 teachers globally in the prestigious Global Teacher Prize,” he wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Global Teacher Prize Recognition
The Global Teacher Prize is a US $1 million initiative that recognises educators who have made extraordinary contributions to transforming lives and communities through education.
Adewale, an alumnus of Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun, has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to educational excellence, earning both local and international acclaim for his innovative teaching methods.
Honouring Kayode Adewale
In recognition of his achievements, Governor Abiodun announced that Adewale would be honoured as the Ogun State Education Ambassador.
“Today, as a government committed to fostering excellence, we are proud to honour Kayode Adewale as the Ogun State Education Ambassador. To commemorate this achievement, we will provide him with a bungalow in any part of Ogun State of his choice. Additionally, we will support him with a cash prize of ₦5,000,000 to further inspire his outstanding work in education,” Abiodun stated.
See the full statement below:
“As a state that prides itself on being the education capital of Nigeria, we are immensely proud to celebrate one of our own, Kayode Adewale, a visionary educator who has earned a place among the Top 50 teachers globally in the prestigious Global Teacher Prize.
“This US $1 million initiative by the Varkey Foundation, supported by UNESCO, recognizes educators who have made extraordinary contributions to transforming lives and communities through education.
“Kayode Adewale, a mathematics teacher at Imagbon/Imaka Comprehensive High School, Ogun State, has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to educational excellence.
“A proud alumnus of Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun—Nigeria’s premier institution for teacher training and one of the top 10 globally—Kayode’s innovative teaching methods and dedication to transforming education have earned him both local and international acclaim.
“Today, as a government committed to fostering excellence, we are proud to honor Kayode Adewale as the Ogun State Education Ambassador. To commemorate this achievement, we will provide him with a bungalow in any part of Ogun State of his choice. Additionally, we will support him with a cash prize of ₦5,000,000 to further inspire his outstanding work in education.
“Kayode’s achievements are not a matter of chance. This is a trajectory of success built on hard work, dedication, focus, and a commitment to excellence. From winning the Best Teacher Award in Ogun State in 2020 to this global recognition in 2025, he has exemplified what it means to serve selflessly and resourcefully. His humility and unwavering dedication to uplifting his community through education are truly commendable.
“Together, we celebrate Kayode Adewale, a shining light and an inspiration to educators across Ogun State and beyond.”
See the X post below:
Teacher Named as Finalist for N1 Billion Prize
TheTalk.NG reported that Kayode Adewale, a Mathematics and Information and Science Technology teacher at Imaka/Imagbon Comprehensive High School in Odogbolu Local Government Area, Ogun State, has been named one of the top 50 finalists for the prestigious Global Teacher Prize of $1 million.
In an interview with PUNCH, Adewale shared his journey and achievements that led to this outstanding recognition.
Source: TheTalk.NG
