Adeola Adefemi, a teacher in a state public school, has won this year's African Union Continental Teacher Prize, just two weeks after two Lagos teachers were
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Background
I had a good childhood even though I was not born with a silver spoon. There were many ups and downs but my utmost joy is that I triumphed against all that life threw at me. My parents went through a lot for us (children) to survive. I seize this opportunity to commend my mum for her efforts; she is a great woman indeed. She raised me and my siblings well despite the hurdles that were thrown our way.
Education
I attended Ajegunle Junior High School for my primary education, and Keke Senior High School for my secondary education (both schools are in Lagos).