UBEC Mobilizes ₦100bn to Transform Nigeria's Education

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), led by Dr. Aisha Garba, has mobilized over ₦100 billion through a previously untapped matching grant to improve Nigeria's basic education sector. This initiative aligns with the federal government's Renewed Hope Agenda and aims to deliver measurable results by 2031.

Key achievements include the construction of 4,600 new classrooms, renovation of 6,100 classrooms, provision of 2,780 toilets, and sinking of 678 boreholes. UBEC has also supplied over 334,000 pieces of school furniture and established 2,300 early childhood care development education centers.

Dr. Garba emphasized the importance of teacher development, with an investment of ₦20.4 billion in professional development programs. UBEC is also expanding digital literacy and integrating technology into education, distributing 7.8 million instructional materials nationwide.

The commission is committed to transparency and data-driven decision-making, ensuring that investments benefit children effectively.