Three outstanding Nigerian educators have been selected as finalists for the Africa Education Medal 2024.
Olanrewaju Oniyitan, Hakeem Subair, and Josiah Olusegun Ajiboye are among the ten finalists recognized for their transformative work in education across Africa.
The Africa Education Medal, founded by HP and T4 Education, is the most prestigious education accolade in Africa. It celebrates the stories of leaders who have sparked change and inspired others to work towards providing quality education for all.
The medal is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated impactful leadership and advocacy in education.
Mayank Dhingra, Senior Education Business Leader at HP, said: “Congratulations to Olanrewaju Oniyitan, Hakeem Subair, and Josiah Olusegun Ajiboye on being named Finalists for the Africa Education Medal 2024. Their dedication to transforming education in Nigeria is truly inspiring and will motivate others to join the cause of ensuring quality education for all.
“HP has a bold goal to accelerate digital equity for 150 million people globally by 2030. Only by joining forces and aligning with NGOs, government, educators and businesses can we truly improve the education environment. The Africa Education Medal brings together all those who are changing the face of African education, whose work we must all learn from if the world is to meet the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.”
Vikas Pota, Founder and CEO of T4 Education, said: “The Africa Education Medal honors changemakers where change is needed most. Where learning gaps remain stubbornly persistent and where deep inequalities remain.
“If we are to tackle these colossal challenges, and unlock the continent’s future, we must build a community of leaders from every sphere of society committed to educational transformation. Leaders like Olanrewaju, Hakeem, and Josiah are the torchbearers of this mission.”
Nominations for the Africa Education Medal opened in February 2024 for individuals working to improve pre-kindergarten, K-12, vocational and university education who are either educators or school leaders, civil society leaders, public servants, government officials, political leaders, entrepreneurs, business leaders, or technologists.
In its third year, the Africa Education Medal is the oldest of the three World Education Medals established by T4 Education and HP.
The winner will be announced in October. They will be chosen by a Jury comprising prominent individuals based on rigorous criteria.