Moores Energy, an indigenous gas company in Nigeria, has concluded the selection process of this year’s edition of Moores Awards for Public Schools (MAPs).
The selection process saw 40 students in Lagos public schools, and seven teachers from different districts across the state, jostling for the highly-reputable Moores Awards.
Witnessed by a representative from the Lagos State Ministry of Education, the nominated students and teachers were treated to commendable reception.
While only six students, according to the awards organisers, would become recipients of MAPs, only one teacher among those selected, would be awarded.
Speaking on MAPs 2023, which is scheduled to hold on Friday, June 23, Bola Tom-Jones, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Moores Energy, stated that the awards seek to celebrate outstanding students and teachers in Nigeria.
“The dedication and passion demonstrated by our educators and students are truly remarkable. They are the ones shaping the future and laying the foundation for a better tomorrow. For this, they deserve to be celebrated and recognised, and that’s what we are doing with Moores Awards for Public Schools,” Tom-Jones stated.
Addressing the nominated teachers and students, the Moores Energy CEO congratulated them all, saying: “It doesn’t matter who wins, or not. To be here today is a proven fact that you are outstanding individuals.”
Emphasising the importance of highlighting the positive impact of education on society and expressing their commitment to continue promoting excellence in education, Tom-Jones said the forthcoming awards ceremony shines a spotlight on exceptional teachers and students.
“We hope to inspire others and encourage everyone to appreciate and support the field of education,” she added.
The MAPs convener, however, thanked supporters of the awards, including the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State ministry of education, Abayomi Abolaji.
On their part, the nominated students and teachers expressed gratitude to Tom-Jones and other organisers of MAPs, for contributing to the development of the Nigerian education sector.
Amongst them is Adedeji Adekunle, a teacher of Education District 4, who said he’s excited to be part of those nominated for the recognition.
“I’ve been teaching for over 10 years now, and this award nomination gave me a feeling of fulfillment. I felt that definitely the works I’ve put in all these years are not in vain,” he added.
Like Adekunle, Ambrose Adenike, a teacher with Bolade Senior Grammar Oshodi, noted that the education sector in Nigeria needs more of MAPs. Her words: “Both teachers and students need to be given utmost attention. It’s important we get celebrated regularly and I’m happy Mrs Bola Tom-Jones is doing that with MAPs. I’ve been teaching for 21 years now and this feat looks great already.”
