Federal Colleges of Education now approved to reward

The Federal Government officially began the implementation of the double -mandate policy in all federal colleges of education (FCOES), following the issue of the federal law on education colleges, 2023.

Signed in law by President Bola Tinubu, the legislation allows the FCOE to simultaneously assign the Nigerian certificate in education (NCE) and the degree in Education.

This marks a milestone in the reform of the training of teachers in progress of Nigeria.

By announcing the launch of policies to Abuja on Friday, the Minister of Education, dr. Tunji Alausa, described the implementation as a bold and progressive step.

“Double -mandate policy represents not only a reform but a revolution in the preparation of teachers, allowing the FCOs to offer both the NCE degree and the degree.

“This initiative authorizes institutions, expands access and improves the quality of class education throughout Nigeria,” he said.

According to the law, the FCOEs that meet the standards of the National University Commission (NUC) are now suitable for operating under the double mandate.

“Inclusive policy allows participation regardless of the date of the institution of the institution, provided that they meet the established criteria.”

Alausa underlined the impact of the vast scope of politics, noting that it would improve the competence of the teachers and would expand access to higher education by providing an alternative path to obtain educational degrees outside the traditional university system.

“The double mandate simultaneously deals with multiple challenges, among which to curb the drop in registrations, preserve institutional relevance and eliminate the need for university affiliations in the issue of securities,” he said.

He added that politics has also granted greater autonomy to FCOS in the development and implementation of the curriculum, allowing them to respond more quickly to the evolution needs of the teaching profession