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The Federal Ministry of Education has launched the much-awaited Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the appointment of Headmasters of Federal Unity Colleges.
The competency-based test saw a total of 293 qualified candidates* shortlisted, reflecting the ministry's commitment to promote excellence and improve leadership in unity schools in the country.
The Commissioner for Higher and Secondary Education, Asia Binta Abdulkadir, said the examination was necessary to fill the gap left by headmasters after six years of tenure.
He stressed that the candidates were carefully selected from their schools' states and invited to participate in the CBT, a system designed to ensure equity and inclusiveness.
Abdulkadir noted that SASCON International School Abuja was chosen as this year's examination venue because of its spacious facilities and its ability to provide a comfortable and conducive environment for all candidates.
She encouraged participants to be confident and adhere to the examination rules, expressing optimism for a smooth process and the professionalism of candidates.
In her speech, the Head of Planning, Research and Statistics, Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), Udu Ali Lawrence, stressed the importance of the examination as part of the career path policy and professional standards for school leaders.
The examination will assess candidates’ competencies in leadership, management and teaching, to ensure that candidates meet global educational standards.
Lawrence reiterated that Nigerian teachers are part of the international education community and this initiative highlights the ministry’s commitment to improving the quality of school leaders across Nigeria.
The Federal Ministry of Education will remain true to its mission of upholding the highest educational standards through this selection process and ensuring that only the most qualified personnel lead federal united universities across the country.
