Abuja, Nigeria — November 15, 2025 — The Abuja Excellent Principals and Headteachers Awards (AEPHTA) 2025, organized by the African Forum for Innovative Teachers (AFFIT), successfully concluded with a vibrant Grand Finale ceremony, marking the culmination of weeks of training, assessment, and academic engagement.
The program began with an intensive two-day capacity-building training session held on November 7th and 8th, where participating principals and headteachers underwent structured lectures, interactive discussions, and practical learning activities. The training also included assessment tests designed to evaluate professional competence, leadership readiness, and commitment to educational excellence.
Grand Finale Celebrates Excellence in Education
The much-anticipated Grand Finale took place on Saturday, November 15, 2025, bringing together educators, students, education stakeholders, and partners to celebrate excellence in school leadership and learning outcomes.
During the ceremony, outstanding principals and headteachers who distinguished themselves throughout the program were formally inducted into the AFFIT fellowship, joining a growing national network of transformational educators committed to innovation, leadership, and service.
Keynote Address Inspires Educators and Learners
A major highlight of the event was a powerful keynote address delivered by the Director-General of the National Mathematical Centre, Professor Promise Mebine. In his address, he challenged educators and students to embrace innovation, strengthen numeracy skills, and position themselves as leaders of Nigeria’s educational future.
His message reinforced the critical role of teachers as the backbone of national development and drivers of long-term societal transformation.
Celebrating Young Minds through the National Book Review Competition
The Grand Finale also featured the National Book Review Competition, where outstanding students were recognized for their creativity, analytical thinking, and communication skills.
The competition underscored AFFIT’s commitment to nurturing literacy, critical thinking, and academic confidence among learners, while complementing efforts to strengthen teaching quality nationwide.
Advancing AFFIT’s Mission for Transformational Education
The Abuja Excellent Principals and Headteachers Awards 2025 once again demonstrated AFFIT’s dedication to promoting professional development, recognizing excellence, and building sustainable leadership within Nigeria’s education sector.
As newly inducted members and award recipients return to their schools and communities, AFFIT reaffirmed its commitment to supporting them through continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation-driven programs.