Esther Salifu
In a decisive move to uphold the integrity of Nigeria’s education system, the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) has closed 22 unauthorized colleges of education operating across the country. This action aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s directive to eliminate “certificate mills” that compromise academic standards.
These institutions offered National Certificate of Education (NCE) programs without proper accreditation, compromising the quality of education provided to students.
The unauthorized colleges were found operating in substandard facilities, employing unqualified staff, and bypassing established guidelines for educational institutions.
“The illegal colleges haven’t contacted us before they mounted the programmes, and some have operated for years while others were established in late 2017,” said Isaac Ameh, NCCE’s Public Relations Officer.
President Tinubu, emphasizing the need for quality education, stated, “The integrity of our academic system must not be compromised,” and directed relevant agencies to intensify efforts against unauthorized institutions.
The commission remains committed to upholding academic standards and ensuring that colleges of education in Nigeria meet the required standards for providing quality education to students.
