When Mufutau Musa of Lasa Primary school, Ibeshe, Amuwo Odofin, was called to be recognised as the best teacher for the year 2014/2015 academic session at the Merit award of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), he did not know he would be gifted with a Hyundai Xcent saloon car.
The gift was announced by the Chairman, Lagos SUBEB, Dr Ganiyu Sopeyin who said that he was rewarded for his outstanding performance.
“We will continue to reward outstanding performers among the workers and also provide adequate opportunities for others to emulate, if not surpass benchmarks set by their predecessors”, he said.
Musa however said the feat was only possible because God made his efforts to be recognised.
“Yes, I have been rewarded today because of my contribution to the development of my school and community at large. But I can tell you that all my efforts would not have been seen if not for God who counted me worthy to be honoured,” he said.
Education Secretary, Amuwo-Odofin Local Education Authority, Rev Atinuke Ogundiyi described the recipient as a hard worker who is known for excellence.
“He is always on suit; very disciplined and hardworking. Indeed he is worthy of emulation,” she said.
Other award recipients included: Mrs Oguntunde Victoria of Araromi Primary School, Mushin (best head teacher); Sidikat Olajuwon of Ife Oluwa Primary School, Agege (Best Pupil); Yusuf Jamiu of Muslim Primary School Inclusive Unit, Badagry (Best Special Pupil); Yusuf Jamiu, Agege (Best non teaching staff); Bonny Camp Primary School, Eti Osa (Best School); Wesley School of the Deaf-School 1 Surulere (Best Special School); Simeon Paul (Best LGEA, Ojo, Junior Staff); Ayoola Abimbola (Best Mushin LGEA Senior Staff); Sakiru Adeoye (Best LGEA Driver, Oshodi/Isolo); Awodehinde Wosilat (Best LGEA Cleaner, Ikorodu); Matanmi Ayuba (Best LGEA Guard, Alimosho); Aina Felix of Quality Assurance Department (Best SUBEB Senior Staff); Adekunle Tajudeen (Best SUBEB Driver).
The event was chaired by Hon. Justice Olushola Oguntade (rtd), who advised the honorees to improve on the good works they have been noted for and not relent in their efforts.
“This recognition should not make you tired rather it should re-energise and revitalise you to do more,” he said.