Education
World Teachers’ Day 2026: Oyebanji Splashes N70.5m on Ekiti Best Teachers, Schools
By Joseph Sunday
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has disbursed N70.5 million in cash rewards to outstanding teachers and schools as part of activities marking the 2026 World Teachers’ Day.
The celebration held on Monday at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, New Iyin Road, Ado-Ekiti, with the theme: “Standing with Teachers: Protecting the Profession, Advancing its Status and Shaping Our Future.” The event drew teachers from public and private primary and secondary schools, education stakeholders, labour leaders and top government officials.
Highlight of the ceremony was the emergence of a teacher from the SUBEB Model School as the Overall Best Teacher in Ekiti State, who received a cash prize of N6 million. Other exceptional teachers and selected public and private schools were also honoured with various cash prizes and support packages.
Governor Oyebanji, while presenting the awards, lauded teachers for their dedication, sacrifice and invaluable role in shaping the future of children and driving the development of the state.
He assured that his administration will continue to reward excellence while sustaining policies aimed at improving teachers’ welfare, working conditions and professional growth.
The governor reiterated his commitment to investing in school infrastructure and modern learning facilities, noting that teachers’ interests will remain a top priority.
He also disclosed that the state library project will be captured in the 2027 budget and pledged continuous engagement with teachers and stakeholders to tackle challenges in the education sector.
Oyebanji thanked teachers for their support for his administration, including their solidarity during the June 20 political victory, and charged them to remain steadfast in raising educational standards in the state.
Earlier, the Commissioner for Education, Dr. Olabimpe Olubisi Aderiye, commended the administration for its interventions in school renovations, teacher recruitment, prompt payment of salaries and allowances, running grants, digitalization of education, infrastructural development and welfare initiatives.
The event was attended by Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs.) Monisade Afuye; Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Habibat Omolara Adubiaro; Head of Service, Dr. Folakemi Olomojobi; Commissioner for Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun; SUBEB Chairman, Prof. Femi Akinwumi; leaders of NUT and ASUSS, as well as representatives of NLC, WAEC, NECO and other stakeholders in the education sector.