Abia State Government has presented cash awards to outstanding teachers and students who emerged winners at the January 2026 edition of the Online Science Teachers’ Championship (STC).
The competition, organized by the State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education in collaboration with ASSPPAA-ISBORS for private and public schools, was aimed at promoting excellence in science education across the state.
Presenting the cash prizes in his office, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Elder Goodluck Ubochi, congratulated the champions for bringing pride to the state through their dedication, intellectual capacity and commitment to academic excellence.
He described their achievements as a reflection of the state government’s renewed focus on education under the leadership of Governor Dr. Alex Otti, noting that science education remains critical to societal growth and technological advancement.
“The outcome of this competition aligns with the transformational agenda of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, in repositioning the education sector in Abia State. Science is central to development, and we must continue to encourage our teachers and students to excel in this field,” Ubochi stated.
In her remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Uchechukwu Kalu, emphasized that education remains the bedrock of development in every society. She commended the winners for their courage, discipline and excellence throughout the competition.
Also speaking, the Director of Science, Technical and Vocational Education in the Ministry, Lady Joy Uruabia-Eleke, alongside the Public Relations Officer of ASSPPAA-ISBORS, Ambassador Uche Marvelous-Okoro, explained that the championship was designed to identify and nurture talents in science subjects while strengthening the quality of teaching and learning in schools.
Among the award recipients were Mr. Chidi Madu of Mbala High Community Secondary School, who emerged as the Best Teacher in Chemistry; Master Alexander Okereke of Greenish Academy, Umuahia, who won Best Chemistry Student; and Miss Favour Okorie of Wilcox Schools, Aba, who clinched the Best Student in Physics award.
In separate interviews, the awardees expressed gratitude to the Ministry and their respective schools for providing a platform to showcase their academic abilities. They pledged to apply the knowledge gained from the competition toward further academic and professional excellence.
The championship is part of the state government’s broader efforts to promote innovation, strengthen science education and inspire a new generation of scholars in Abia State.
