Union Bank of Nigeria continues its commitment to enhancing the quality of education in Nigeria by collaborating with Nigeria Breweries, the producers of Maltina malt drink, as the official financial sponsor for the 10th-anniversary edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year Award.

This year’s anniversary edition, themed ‘A decade of inspiring excellence in teaching,’ aligns with the bank's corporate strategy and vision to enhance three fundamental aspects of education in Nigeria: increasing access, elevating quality, and optimizing learning outcomes through strategic partnerships across various industries.

As a strong proponent of a promising educational future for Nigerian youth, Union Bank aims to fulfill its mission by aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4—Quality Education.

In pursuit of this goal, the bank has launched its distinctive educational support platform, Edu360. This initiative is designed to drive essential investments in the educational sector by focusing on teacher capacity building and fostering collaboration between parents and educators to enhance child development and curriculum engagement.

According to Nigerian Breweries, the Maltina Teacher of the Year Award, now in its tenth year since its inception in 2015, seeks to acknowledge and honor outstanding teachers whose contributions have significantly influenced and advanced the academic success of students in Nigeria.

Union Bank's Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Olufunmilola Aluko, expressed the bank's enthusiasm for supporting the 10th Anniversary of the Teacher of the Year Award Ceremony. She stated, "Union Bank is proud to collaborate with the Maltina Teacher of the Year initiative, which aims to highlight and celebrate exceptional educators who have significantly influenced the lives of Nigerian students.

This partnership is in line with the bank’s mission to enhance the quality of education across the nation, ensuring that every child, regardless of gender, has equal opportunities to gain transformative knowledge that will benefit themselves, their families, and society at large."

Union Bank is dedicated to advancing education, viewing it as both a Sustainable Development Goal and a vital component of its business strategy. The bank is committed to investing in Nigeria's future and acknowledges the critical role that quality education plays in the country's progress.