In a statement released by the board’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, the meeting was described as a cornerstone event that shapes the direction of admissions into Nigerian tertiary institutions. It will be held at the Body of Benchers Auditorium in Abuja, bringing together a wide range of stakeholders across the education sector.
According to Benjamin, the Minister of Education, Maruf Olatunji Alausa, is expected to unveil key policy directions that will guide the upcoming admission cycle. These decisions will not only set minimum acceptable UTME scores but also reinforce compliance with established admission processes.
“The Board’s annual policy meeting on admissions is a crucial annual gathering where stakeholders decide minimum tolerable UTME marks, admission guidelines, and policies for tertiary institutions,” he said.
He further explained that the meeting would formally set the tone for the 2026/2027 admission exercise, while stressing the importance of strict adherence to guidelines by all institutions.
“Furthermore, the meeting is expected to, in particular, formally set the tone for the 2026/2027 admission exercise while impressing it on attendees the need to adhere strictly to stipulated guidelines,” Benjamin added.
The event will draw participation from vice-chancellors, rectors, provosts, registrars, and admissions officers, alongside regulatory agencies such as the National Universities Commission, National Commission for Colleges of Education, and the National Board for Technical Education.
Goodwill messages are also expected from institutions including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund and the National Youth Service Corps, among others, reflecting the broad national interest in the admissions process.
Beyond policy decisions, the meeting will also host the sixth edition of the National Tertiary Admissions Performance-Merit Awards (NATAP-M), an initiative aimed at encouraging transparency, compliance, and improved standards across tertiary institutions.