President Bola Tinubu has approved fresh appointments across Nigeria’s education sector, naming new leaders for key institutions including the National Examinations Council (NECO), the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), and a federal polytechnic The decision is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and improve performance within the Federal Ministry of Education
The latest reshuffle has drawn attention from education stakeholders nationwide, as it affects major examination and regulatory bodies Analysts believe these strategic changes could reshape policy direction, improve institutional efficiency, and accelerate reforms across Nigeria’s education system
Tinubu Names New Leaders for NECO and NBTE
President Tinubu has appointed Prof. Modupe Adeola Adelabu as the new Chairman of the National Examinations Council (NECO) Governing Board Despite the leadership change, Prof. Ibrahim Dantani Wushishi will remain as Registrar, ensuring continuity in the council’s operations
In another key appointment, Prof. Babatunde Salako has been named Chairman of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) His emergence follows the earlier reappointment of Prof. Idris Bugaje, who will serve a final five year term as Executive Secretary
These appointments are widely viewed as a move to strengthen oversight, improve examination standards, and enhance technical education delivery across Nigeria
New Rector Appointed for Federal Polytechnic, N’yak Shendam
President Tinubu also approved the appointment of Dr. Bongfa Binfa as the new Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, N’yak Shendam in Plateau State He will serve a single term of five years
Professional Background of Dr. Bongfa Binfa
Before his new role, Dr. Binfa served as Deputy Rector (Academic) at the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny He also previously lectured at the Federal Polytechnic, Idah, bringing years of academic and administrative experience to his new position
He succeeds Dr. Mukaila Zakari Ya’u, the pioneer rector, whose tenure ended in March 2026
Tinubu Renews Tenure of National Library DG
In a related development, President Tinubu approved the renewal of Prof. Chinwe Veronica Anunobi’s tenure as Director General of the National Library of Nigeria for another five years
Since her appointment in 2021, she has led several digital transformation initiatives aimed at modernizing the library system and improving access to knowledge nationwide
Digital Reforms and National Impact
Under Prof. Anunobi’s leadership, the National Library has introduced key innovations such as the National Repository of Nigeria and the National Virtual Library These platforms are designed to expand access to educational materials and preserve Nigeria’s intellectual heritage
Her renewed tenure is expected to ensure continuity in ongoing reforms, including the completion of the National Library headquarters project in Abuja and further expansion of digital learning systems
Education stakeholders say the combined appointments signal a renewed push by the Tinubu administration to reposition Nigeria’s education sector for efficiency, innovation, and global competitiveness
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