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 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

2 – Day Meeting of UBEC Management, Zonal Directors, Other Officers in the Directorate Cadre and State Coordinators

A 2-Day Meeting of UBEC Management, Zonal Directors, Other Officers in the Directorate Cadre and State Coordinators on strengthening UBEC Zonal and State offices for improved efficiency and Productivity. Held at UBEC Digital Resource Center, Abuja. 25th – 26th September, 2024.

UBEC and NCPWD Explore Collaborative Efforts to Tackle Out-of-School Crisis for Children with Disabilities in Nigeria

On September 26, 2024, the Executive Secretary of UBEC, Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, welcomed the Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Chief Ayuba Gufwan, and his management team during a courtesy visit to UBEC Headquarters. The visit aimed at fostering a partnership to address the challenges of Out-of-School Children (OOSC), with … Read more

Capacity Building Workshop of Selected Teachers on Inclusive Education Principles and Ideologies in Basic Education Institutions in Nigeria

Objectives: 1. Build capacity on Inclusive Education principles, ideologies, and implementation processes.2. Equip participants with global best practices on inclusive education implementation.3. Familiarize participants with the training manual content.4. Sensitize participants to avoid rejection of learners with disabilities.5. Develop teachers for future state-based training.6. Strengthen stakeholders’ participation in inclusive education. Key Outcomes: – Enhanced teacher … Read more

JICA Consultants Pay Courtesy Visit to UBEC Headquarters

On the 17th of September, 2024, a delegation of consultants from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) paid a courtesy visit to the headquarters of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) in Abuja. The visit aimed to foster collaboration between JICA and UBEC to further strengthen Nigeria’s basic education sector. The delegation was warmly received … Read more

Digital Revolution in Education: UBEC Launches Quality Assurance Platform

The Federal Ministry of Education and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) took a significant step towards revolutionizing the educational landscape in Nigeria on September 5, 2024. The event, held at the UBEC Digital Resource Centre in Abuja, showcased a groundbreaking digital quality assurance platform designed to enhance school evaluation processes nationwide. Dignitaries from the … Read more

UBEC Partners with Utobert Limited and Imisi 3D

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) is pleased to announce the formal signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with two leading technology firms, Utobert Limited and Imisi 3D, on August 22nd, 2024, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja. This strategic partnership underscores UBEC’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality and accessibility of education across Nigeria. … Read more

UBEC Hosts 2-Day Inaugural Track and Trace Committee Meeting with PLANE to Enhance Monitoring of Instructional Materials

A 2-day inaugural meeting of the Track and Trace Committee with PLANE was held from July 30th to 31st, 2024, at the UBEC Digital Resource Centre. The meeting focused on how the Commission will effectively use the Track and Trace System to monitor the movement of instructional materials provided by UBEC to states and end … Read more

UBEC and NCDMB Leaders Hold Talks on Strengthening Institutional Ties and Exploring Educational Collaboration

The Executive Secretary of UBEC, Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, accompanied by the Deputy Executive Secretary (Services), Prof. Isiaka Kolawole, and other management members, paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe. The visit aimed to explore potential collaboration, partnership, and institutional strengthening opportunities … 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.