FG reaffirms commitment to free technical education

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its strong commitment to free technical education and skills development in the country.

This is just as the government has announced the commencement of applications for admission into Federal Technical Colleges across Nigeria.

Director Press and Public Relations, Folasade Boriowo, in a statement on Monday in Abuja, said the announcement was made by the Federal Ministry of Education following the approval of the initiative by the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa.

She said the initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s broader strategy to expand access to quality technical and vocational education and to equip young Nigerians with practical, employable, and industry-relevant skills.

According to the statement, registration for the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) into Federal Technical Colleges will open on Monday, 26th January 2026, and close on Sunday, 24th May 2026.

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“The entrance examination will be conducted nationwide on Saturday, 6th June 2026.

“Prospective candidates are required to complete their applications through the official National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) online portal via the designated website:

https://student.nabteb.gov.ng,” Boriowo added.

The Ministry emphasised that possession of a valid National Identification Number (NIN) is compulsory for all applicants and remains a prerequisite for successful registration.

The Federal Government further reiterated that technical education in Federal Technical Colleges is fully funded upon admission, underscoring its commitment to human capital development, youth empowerment, and enhanced national productivity.

“Admission is open to candidates aged between 13 and 20 years. Parents, guardians, and prospective candidates are advised to strictly comply with all application requirements and obtain information solely from official channels of the Federal Ministry of Education and designated examination bodies.

“The Federal Ministry of Education remains focused on expanding access to free, quality technical education that empowers youths with relevant skills, promotes self-reliance, and contributes meaningfully to national economic growth and sustainable development,” the statement noted.