NABTEB reviews, validates 26 trades syllabi for technical colleges
The National Business and Technical Examination Board (NABTEB) has commenced the review and validation of 26 trades syllabi for technical colleges in the country. Speaking on Monday during the opening ceremony for the review and validation held at the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE), Abuja, the Chief Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of NABTEB, Mohammed […]
National Business and Technical Examination Board (NABTEB)
The National Business and Technical Examination Board (NABTEB) has commenced the review and validation of 26 trades syllabi for technical colleges in the country.
Speaking on Monday during the opening ceremony for the review and validation held at the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE), Abuja, the Chief Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of NABTEB, Mohammed Aminu Mohammed, said the event was a transformative initiative that would reshape the landscape of technical education in Nigeria.
“Today’s initiative responds directly to the 21st Century’s challenges, ensuring our graduates possess skills that are immediately applicable in today’s dynamic labour market. The 26 trade areas under review represent critical sectors pivotal to Nigeria’s economic diversification agenda and our quest for technological independence.
“These trades, developed by the National Board for Technical Education, span emerging technologies and traditional crafts: robotics, coding and machine learning, industrial mechanics, smart agriculture, cinematography and creative media production, social media communications and digital media production.
“Others are automotive mechatronics, electrical and solar PV installations, hospitality and catering, mechanized agriculture, beauty therapy and cosmetology, fisheries and aquaculture, and many others.
“This comprehensive selection reflects our understanding that Nigeria’s economic future depends on a skilled workforce capable of operating across traditional and emerging sectors.”
“The inclusion of environmentally conscious programmes such as solar PV Installations and smart agriculture demonstrates our commitment to sustainable development.
“These programmes position Nigeria as a leader in green technology adoption while addressing critical challenges in energy and food security.”
A representative of the principals of Federal Technical Colleges, Frank Omale, described the initiative as a milestone that would help align technical education with Nigeria’s aspirations.