The Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund has announced the ten finalists for the 2026 Maltina Teacher of the Year competition, which offers a grand prize of N10 million and a brand-new Honda HR-V to the winner. Additionally, the winning teacher's school will receive N30 million in infrastructure support, a year’s supply of Maltina, and international training opportunities aimed at enhancing their teaching skills.

This year, the finalists were selected from a pool of 2,243 valid entries, with the panel of judges conducting a second-phase assessment of 213 teachers. The finalists include a diverse group from various states across Nigeria, showcasing the breadth of talent in the country's educational sector. The selected teachers are:

• Egwu Ngozi - Ibeku High School, Abia State
• Ephraim Inyangudo - Comprehensive Secondary School, Akwa Ibom State
• Edumu Christopher - MasterCare International School, Asaba, Delta State
• Isaac - Bethel Secondary School, Benin City, Edo State
• Adeboye Vincent - Ikole City College, Ekiti State
• Obiora Uzoamaka - Deeper Life High School, Enugu State
• Yusuf Cariyat - Wisdom International School of Excellence, Abuja
• Adeyemo Victoria - Lanre Awolokun High School, Gbagada, Lagos State
• Omotayo Akintunde - Ilugun High School Junior, Abeokuta, Ogun State
• Okegbemi Olukemi - Ilado/Sagbo Community Grammar School, Iseyin, Oyo State

The finalists will participate in an online assessment followed by a physical screening where they will defend their entries and demonstrate their qualifications for the prestigious award. The grand finale, where the overall winner and state champions will be announced, is set to take place on October 30, 2026, in Lagos.

Uzodinma Odenigbo, Corporate Affairs Director of Nigerian Breweries Plc, expressed admiration for the dedication and commitment of the teachers. He highlighted that the selection of finalists reflects the high quality of talent present among educators in Nigeria. Odenigbo stated that the organization looks forward to celebrating these outstanding educators at the upcoming grand finale, recognizing their vital role in shaping the future of the nation’s youth.