Federal Ministry of Education · Nigeria

Building the Foundation for Nigeria's Future

The Federal Ministry of Education is committed to delivering quality, inclusive, and equitable education for all Nigerians — from early childhood through tertiary level.

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Minister's Welcome

A Message from the Minister

Education is the cornerstone of national development. Our ministry is committed to implementing the 12-Year Basic Education Reform, expanding access to digital learning, and ensuring that every Nigerian child — regardless of gender, geography, or ability — has the opportunity to learn and thrive.

We are partnering with states, communities, and international organisations to build an education system that prepares our young people for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.

Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa

Honourable Minister of Education

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Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, Minister of Education

Key Initiatives

Driving Education Forward

Policy Reform

12-Year Basic Education Reform

Extending free and compulsory education from 9 to 12 years, covering primary through senior secondary school, ensuring every Nigerian child completes secondary education.

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Technology

Digital Literacy for All

Equipping students and teachers with 21st-century digital skills through computer labs, internet connectivity, and coding curricula in public schools.

Capacity Building

Teacher Training Reform

Upgrading teacher qualifications, increasing professional development opportunities, and raising standards through TRCN certification reforms.

Equity & Access

Inclusive Education

Removing barriers for girls, children with disabilities, and out-of-school children through targeted interventions, scholarships, and infrastructure upgrades.

Infrastructure

TETFund Infrastructure Drive

Channelling billions of naira into classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and hostels across federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.

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26 May 2026Examinations

26 May 2026 · Examinations

JAMB Announces Mop-up Examination Date for June 13

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced a mop-up examination scheduled for June 13 for candidates who could not participate in the main 2026 UTME.

22 May 2026Appointments

22 May 2026 · Appointments

Prof. Segun Aina Appointed as New JAMB Registrar

The Federal Government has approved the appointment of Prof. Segun Aina as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, effective immediately.

18 May 2026Policy

18 May 2026 · Policy

12-Year Basic Education Model Officially Launched

The Federal Ministry of Education has officially launched the 12-Year Basic Education Reform, extending free and compulsory education to senior secondary school level across all states.

15 May 2026Examinations

15 May 2026 · Examinations

NABTEB Registration Deadline Extended for 2026 Examinations

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board has extended the registration deadline for the 2026 NBC/NBE examinations to give more candidates the opportunity to register.

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Parastatals & Agencies

Under the Ministry

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UBEC

Universal Basic Education Commission

Supervises implementation of the Universal Basic Education programme across Nigeria.

Dr. Hamid Bobboyi

TETFund

Tertiary Education Trust Fund

Provides supplemental funding for tertiary education institutions in Nigeria.

Arc. Sonny S.T. Echono

NUC

National Universities Commission

Regulates and accredits all university programmes and standards in Nigeria.

Mr. Chris J. Maiyaki

NBTE

National Board for Technical Education

Coordinates, maintains standards, and oversees technical and vocational education.

Prof. Idris Muhammed Bugaje

NCCE

National Commission for Colleges of Education

Regulates and accredits colleges of education and teacher training programmes.

Prof. Paulinus Chijioke Okwelle

JAMB

Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board

Conducts the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination for admission into tertiary institutions.

NABTEB

National Business and Technical Examinations Board

Conducts examinations for technical and business secondary schools nationwide.

WAEC

West African Examinations Council

Conducts secondary school certificate examinations across West African member nations.

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Education by the Numbers

100,000

Primary Schools

Public primary schools nationwide

20,000

Secondary Schools

Federal and state secondary schools

15,000

Higher Institutions

Universities, polytechnics & colleges

States & FCT

Covered by the national education system

National Policy

Unified National Policy on Education

Stories from the Classroom

Education in Action

Kebbi State · 10 Apr 2026

Digital Classrooms Transform Learning in Kebbi State

A new generation of students in Kebbi State now has access to computer-aided learning, thanks to a Federal Government initiative that has rolled out digital classrooms across 120 public primary schools.

Nationwide · 25 Mar 2026

Women in STEM: Closing the Gender Gap in Nigerian Classrooms

Through the Inclusive Education Programme, scholarship schemes and mentorship networks are increasing female enrolment in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics across federal schools.

Anambra State · 5 Mar 2026

Vocational Training Opens New Doors for Youth in Anambra

A TETFund-backed vocational centre in Anambra State is equipping school leavers with skills in tailoring, carpentry, and ICT, dramatically reducing youth unemployment in the region.

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