UBEC, NSA Partner to Strengthen Basic Education and Ensure Safe Learning Environments in Nigeria

The Executive Secretary of UBEC, Aisha Garba, met with the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, to collaborate on reforming basic education in Nigeria. The discussion focused on strengthening the education delivery system, enhancing the effectiveness of the commission, collaboration and ensuring safe learning environments for all children. Both parties committed to working together on … Read more

New UBEC Executive Secretary Aisha Garba Unveils Vision to Transform Basic Education in Nigeria

The newly appointed UBEC Executive Secretary, Aisha Garba, has pledged to enhance basic education delivery in Nigeria. Speaking during meeting with members of management and staff of the commission, she emphasized education as a universal right and lamented the country’s high number of out-of-school children, currently estimated at 17 million. Garba highlighted challenges such as … Read more

UBEC Partners with JICA to Revolutionize Basic Education in Nigeria Through Effective Schools Programme

In a significant step towards enhancing the quality of basic education in Nigeria, the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Aisha Garba, convened a pivotal meeting today with representatives from the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The focal point of this collaboration revolves around UBEC’s strategic plan for the UBE Effective Schools … 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.