The commission disclosed that it is reviewing its Public–Private Engagement and Partnerships (PPEP) framework to align with ongoing reforms aimed at enhancing the delivery of basic education nationwide.
Speaking with journalists on Wednesday, UBEC official David Apeh emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships in driving meaningful educational reforms. “We are developing a robust framework for PPEP to institutionalize partnerships and provide clear, actionable guidelines for engaging government agencies, development partners, and other key stakeholders,” Apeh said.
UBEC Executive Secretary Aisha Garba underscored the urgency of addressing Nigeria’s educational challenges, noting that the country currently has an estimated 17 million out-of-school children. She highlighted persistent issues including low learning outcomes, poor school completion rates, and limited access to higher education.
“My vision to tackle these issues focuses on increasing access, improving quality, and creating safe, conducive learning environments for all children,” Garba stated. “We need strong partnerships with state governments, development partners, and community leaders to expand education access, reduce out-of-school numbers, and optimize the impact of UBEC matching grants.”
The commission’s renewed focus on partnerships comes as part of a broader strategy to institutionalize collaboration, streamline engagement with stakeholders, and ensure that basic education in Nigeria is both accessible and of high quality.