UNION BANK REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR EDUCATION IN NIGERIA; BACKS 10TH EDITION OF MALTINA TEACHER OF THE YEAR

Union Bank of Nigeria, as part of its ongoing efforts to improve the standard of education in Nigeria, has partnered with Nigerian Breweries, makers of Maltina malt drink, as the official financial sponsor of the 10th edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year Award.

The Bank is supporting this year's edition, themed 'A Decade of Inspiring Excellence in Teaching', as part of its corporate strategy and vision to enhance three core aspects of education in Nigeria: improving access, enhancing quality, and optimizing learning outcomes through cross-industry partnerships.

Union Bank, a staunch advocate of ensuring a bright educational future for Nigerian youngsters, aims to succeed in this noble endeavor by leveraging the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), notably SDG 4—Quality Education.

This dedication has led to the development of the Bank's unique educational support platform, Edu360. The Edu360 program is an initiative aimed at driving much-needed investment in the educational sector through capacity building for teachers, while fostering collaborations between parents and educators to improve child development and curriculum design.

According to Nigerian Breweries, the Maltina Teacher of the Year Award, now in its tenth edition since its launch in 2015, is an initiative aimed at recognizing and celebrating exceptional teachers whose efforts have positively impacted the academic growth of students in Nigeria.

Speaking on the Bank’s support for the 10th anniversary of the Teacher of the Year Award Ceremony, Union Bank’s Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Olufunmilola Aluko, said:  

“Union Bank is delighted to partner with a laudable initiative like the Maltina Teacher of the Year, which seeks to spotlight and acknowledge incredible educators who have positively shaped the minds of Nigerian students. This collaboration aligns closely with the Bank’s overarching aim of improving the standard of education in the country, while also ensuring equal access for every child, regardless of gender, to acquire life-changing knowledge that will benefit not only themselves and their immediate families but also the wider society.”

Union Bank remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting education, viewing it not only as a Sustainable Development Goal but also as a value-adding enterprise within its business strategy. The Bank firmly believes in investing in Nigeria's future and recognizes the strategic importance of quality education to the nation’s development.