After Working For 30 Years As Teacher, Nigerian Woman Finally Becomes Secondary School Principal

After a 30-year landmark in the teaching profession, done with passion and love for learning, an Nigerian woman has now realized her age long dream by emerging as secondary school principal. Her son, Tomiwa Talabi made the joyous moment public as he took to social media to celebrate his mother and her success.

X (formerly Twitter) on Friday Tomiwa took to X )to boast and celebrate the singer, recalling his years of dedication into this decisive day I Am So PROUD! My mom is now Officially a Principal after close to 30 years in the teaching service, man! Im super proud of her. Congratulations again mom! “she had to over deliver,” he wrote, recognizing how hustling and showing up for 25 + years.

The journey of a lifetime began with her appointment as principal, celebrated by both family and the broader community after 30 years spent contributing to education out in Alice. The consistency and hard work have had the inevitable payoff of serving as an inspiration to educators who battle against many daily odds, while nudging their own heads toward career heights.

This feel-good tale has struck a chord with some, drawing messages of support and congratulations from people who get the upsides – and downsides – of lifetimes in teaching. It highlights the difference that educators can make in their areas and how they should be honored for it.

As the new principal prepares to assume her position, she anticipates how this next chapter of educational excellence will ensure a lasting impact and legacy on faculty, staff, students; those who remain WILL remember.

She has certainly earned it – congratulations!