Why Akothee, top teacher deserves true and not Githeri state recognition

Kenyans are calling for the recognition of Musician Akothee and a top teacher mr Tabiri.

Akothee, through her influence, singlehandly raised more than Sh3 million towards Kenyans facing drought.

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The 36-year-old mathematics and physics teacher at Keriko Mixed Day Secondary School in Nakuru won the US$1 million prize for his noble efforts to go over and beyond what is expected of a teacher.

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Besides giving 80 per cent of his salary to help needy students in his school, the Franciscan brother is also a community star, using his time to steer community farming projects and a “Peace Club” at his school.

President Uhuru Kenyatta has expressed his gratitude to teacher Peter Mokaya Tabichi for winning this year’s Global Teacher Prize and said the win will uplift the teaching profession in the country.

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“You have brought honour and pride to the people of Kenya and your win will raise the profile of the teaching profession,” said the President.

President Kenyatta said teacher Tabichi is a role model and an inspiration to society especially to fellow teachers and students.

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Peter Tabichi who was declared the recipient of the 2019 Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize on Sunday in Dubai, is a mathematics and physics teacher at Keriko Mixed Day Secondary School in Pwani village, Nakuru County.

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The award comes with a US$1 million prize, which is equivalent to Shs 100 million. The money will be paid in batches over a period of 10 years.

“This is just the beginning, you have become an inspiration and mentor to your colleagues so that they can also aspire to greatness,” said the President.

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“Peter embodies the spirit and qualities that every Kenyan should aspire to,” said the Head of State.

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The President committed to donate Shs 20 million to Keriko Mixed Day Secondary School for the expansion of infrastructure and to encourage students to undertake science subjects.

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