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

UBEC Team Visits JSS Jibi Dei-Dei, Distributes Books to Pupils in Celebration of Customer Service Week

On October 10, 2024, the UBEC team paid a special visit to Junior Secondary School (JSS) Jibi in Dei-Dei as part of the activities for Customer Service Week. During the visit, the team generously distributed books to the pupils, reinforcing UBEC’s commitment to supporting education and enhancing the learning experience. The gesture was part of … Read more

UBEC Kicks Off National Teacher Training and Unveils Sensitization Materials on Moral Reorientation and Regeneration in Basic Education

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) officially launched a national teacher training program and unveiled sensitization materials on moral reorientation and regeneration in basic education on October 9, 2024, at the UBEC Digital Resource Centre in Abuja. This initiative aims to equip teachers with the skills to integrate moral and ethical values into their teaching … Read more

UBEC and NOUN Sign Landmark MoU for Post Graduate Diploma in Smart Education, Pioneering a New Era in Teacher Training

The Executive Secretary of UBEC, Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, and the Vice-Chancellor of NOUN, Professor Olufemi Peters, officially signed the Memorandum of Understanding, marking the launch of a groundbreaking postgraduate program aimed at enhancing teacher quality in Nigeria. During the signing, Dr. Bobboyi highlighted that the Teacher Internship Scheme was developed to raise the standard of … 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.