The decision followed an implementation-focused meeting held on Tuesday between UBEC and its partners, according to a statement by Aisha Garba, a senior official of the commission.
Garba said discussions at the meeting centred on persistent issues affecting project timelines, including delayed utilisation of funds, contract reviews, inflationary pressures and documentation bottlenecks. She noted that these challenges have slowed progress on several education infrastructure interventions across the state.
She disclosed that the meeting reviewed the status of ongoing projects, including seven “mega effective schools,” and resolved to take urgent steps to get stalled interventions back on track.
Among the measures agreed upon were the rapid activation of a joint review committee, the deployment of technical teams for on-site assessments, and the accelerated implementation of the 2024–2025 action plan.
Garba said UBEC’s immediate priority is to strengthen existing school infrastructure to meet minimum standards and ensure safe, functional and conducive learning environments for pupils.
She reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to accountability and results-driven collaboration, stressing that every intervention must deliver tangible value for Nigerian children.
The update drew positive reactions from members of the public on social media, with users commending UBEC’s engagement with partners and expressing hope that the renewed push would translate into improved learning conditions in Niger State schools.
