UBEC PARTNERS WITH CONTROLS, INSTITUTO MECCANICA DEI MATERIALI (IMM) AND TECTONICS TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF QUALITY INFRASTRUCTURAL PROJECTS IN BASIC EDUCATION SUB-SECTOR ACROSS THE COUNTRY

As part of efforts put in place to address incidence of building collapses and guarantee the quality of the infrastructure projects delivered within the basic education sub-sector in the States and FCT, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) management, led by Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, has been working to establish new partnerships and strengthen existing ones … Read more

UBEC RECEIVES 1,662 EDUCATIONAL VIDEOS FOR SMART SCHOOLS FROM KOICA

As part of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed by the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in 2021, KOICA provided 1,662 educational video resources for usage in Smart Schools around the country. From 2021 to the present, KOICA has trained 250 teachers and administrators in Nigeria and Korea, … Read more

UBEC and NTI Launch Nationwide Training for Smart School Teachers to Enhance Blended Learning in Classrooms

On October 23, 2023, Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), inaugurated a nationwide training program for UBE Smart School teachers, focused on fostering attitudinal change to support the effective implementation of blended learning in classrooms. Dr. Bobboyi was joined by the Director/CEO of the National Teachers Institute (NTI), … Read more

ICPC Inaugurates Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit to Strengthen Integrity at UBEC

On October 23, 2024, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) formally inaugurated the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) at the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). This unit was established to reinforce transparency, promote accountability, and combat corruption within UBEC’s operations. At the inauguration ceremony, ICPC representatives emphasized the significance of the … Read more

UBEC Hosts Stakeholders’ Meeting on Proposed Digital Innovation Hub at Digital Resource Center

UBEC convened a meeting with key stakeholders to discuss the establishment of a proposed Digital Innovation Hub at the Digital Resource Center. The meeting focused on exploring strategies to foster technological advancements in education, with the hub expected to serve as a platform for driving innovation and digital transformation in Nigeria’s education sector. Participants included … Read more

UBEC Executive Secretary and Management Team Pay Official Visit to FCT Minister, Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike

On October 17, 2024, Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), along with key members of the management team and the Union Chairman, made a formal visit to the Honorable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike. The visit aimed to strengthen collaboration between UBEC … Read more

UBEC and NCDMB Sign Landmark MoU to Foster Educational Development and Local Content Collaboration

On October 17, 2024, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and the Nigeria Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) formalized their partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement aims to enhance collaboration between the two organizations, focusing on the development of educational programs that integrate local content initiatives. This strategic partnership is … Read more

Gambian Ministry of Higher Education Visits UBEC to Study Nigeria’s Early Childhood Crèche System

A delegation from the Gambia’s Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (MOHERST) visited the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to gain insights into Nigeria’s crèche system. Led by Mrs. Ndaye Fatou Trawally, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Admin & Finance, the team’s visit aimed to study how early childhood education is managed in Nigeria, … Read more

Dame (Mrs.) Comfort Iheme – Rep. South East


She hails from Bende LGA of Abia State. She holds a B.Sc, 1987 from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

Dr. Danjuma Adamu Dabo – Rep. North East

Dr. Danjuma hails from Bauchi State. He obtained M.Sc Public Administration and Policy Analysis from the University of Abuja, MBA form Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and Ph.D Economics from the Loughborough University, UK.