By Felix Khanoba
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has unveiled a comprehensive three-year strategic plan designed to reform and enhance Nigeria’s basic education sector.
Titled the “UBEC 2025–2027 Strategic Blueprint,” the roadmap was officially introduced during a two-day management retreat hosted by the Commission in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
A statement issued by UBEC’s Public Relations Officer, David Apeh, at the weekend, said the retreat brought together senior officials from across the Commission—including Directors, Deputy Directors, Assistant Directors, and Chief Education Officers—from its national, zonal, and state offices.
The event, led by UBEC Executive Secretary Aisha Garba, focused on aligning stakeholders with the new strategic plan and establishing consensus on a refined implementation strategy. The discussions also emphasized robust monitoring and evaluation systems at all levels.
The retreat further served as a platform to equip management staff with essential leadership skills, improve internal collaboration, and foster accountability and operational efficiency throughout the Commission.
Participants also examined and aligned on updates to the agency’s organizational structure, which has been redesigned in collaboration with KPMG to enhance UBEC’s overall performance and capacity.
In her remarks, the Executive Secretary stressed the necessity of stronger collaboration both within the Commission and with other education-focused ministries, departments, and agencies.
She highlighted the importance of internal reforms to improve the institution’s performance, stating the need to “review team structures and internal processes to strengthen institutional effectiveness and reaffirm UBEC’s collective commitment to delivering quality basic education nationwide.”
Garba added that a unified approach was essential, especially in aiding states to craft tailored education plans that align with national goals.
UBEC also acknowledged the contributions of its technical partners—Solina, KPMG, and the Lagos Business School—for their roles in steering the retreat and delivering training sessions on leadership, performance, and conflict management.
At the conclusion of the retreat, Commission leadership expressed renewed dedication to implementing the strategic roadmap and translating its objectives into tangible improvements in Nigeria’s basic education system.
