Nigeria, April 26 -- The federal government has announced that all Federal Colleges of Education (FCOEs) will begin awarding bachelor's degrees alongside the National Certificate in Education (NCE) from September 2025.

This development follows the implementation of the revised Dual Mandate Act, signed into law in 2023, which permits FCOEs to offer both qualifications.

The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, disclosed this on his official X handle during a strategic engagement with staff unions and management of FCOEs.

Mr Alausa said the reform aims to enhance teacher training and improve the overall quality of education in Nigeria.

"During the meeting, I emphasised that the way we educate our students must evolve," he said.

"The old...