Gov Abiodun presenting letter of appointment to Kayode Adewale
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appointed Kayode Adewale as Ogun State Education Ambassador in recognition of his nomination as one of the Top 50 Teachers globally by Varkey Foundation, supported by UNESCO. The Foundation recognizes educators who have made extraordinary contributions to transforming lives and communities through education.
Governor Abiodun said: “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”.
The governor noted that, Kayode Adewale, a mathematics teacher at Imagbon/Imaka Comprehensive High School, Ogun State, has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to educational excellence.
He said as 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”, Governor Abiodun concluded.
