By Auwal Ahmed Ibrahim, Goronyo
The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), Executive Secretary, Prof. Idris M. Bugaje, has been nominated as one of the 100 Most Impactful Education Personalities in Africa by the Global Skills Hub, United Kingdom.
The award symbolises the remarkable achievements of Prof. Idris M. Bugaje in the technical education and prestigious recognition to dedication, expertise, and outstanding contributions to the education sector.
Prof. Bugaje’s nomination is well-deserved, given his impressive track record of transforming technical education in Nigeria. Under his leadership, the NBTE has implemented numerous initiatives aimed at improving the quality and relevance of technical education in the country. His vision for technical education has been instrumental in shaping the future of Nigeria’s workforce.
One of Prof. Bugaje’s most notable qualities is his ability to bring stakeholders together to achieve a common goal. He has fostered strong partnerships with industry partners, government agencies, and other stakeholders to promote technical education and skills development. His collaborative approach has led to the development of innovative programs and initiatives that have improved the lives of countless Nigerians.
Prof. Bugaje’s expertise in technical education is unparalleled. He has spent years researching and developing policies that have improved the quality of technical education in Nigeria. His commitment to excellence has earned him recognition both locally and internationally, and he is widely regarded as one of the leading experts in his field.
The NBTE, stakeholders, educators and skills communities are elated by Prof. Bugaje’s nomination and being confident that he will continue to make a lasting impact in the education sector. His profile will be featured in the 100 Most Impactful E-magazine, showcasing his achievements and impact to a wider audience and the event will take place at the University for Professional Studies, Accra, Ghana on the 19th to 21st of March, 2026 during the 4th Africa Education Summit, 2026.
As NBTE congratulate Prof. Idris Bugaje for this landmark achievement, Nigerians look forward to seeing his continued influence in shaping the future of education in Africa.
It’s absolutely true.
I am a witness and among stakeholders in th technical and vocational education and training.
He transformed NBTE into a modern organisation with best practices and a person working hard to make our teaming youths becoming more useful and with skills know how.
I wishes him more success and enemous progress ahead.
I Paul inyang chairman of fabgarage ( fabrication and entreupreuship center Lagos) writing to express my strong support and enthusiasm regarding the nomination of Professor Bugaje for the award and recognizing Africa’s most impactful education personalities.
Professor Bugaje’s efforts in ‘driving academic excellence / advancing technical education’ are truly inspirational. Nominations of this caliber highlight the important work being done to shape the future of education in our country.
I join others in celebrating this recognition and wish Professor Bugaje success.
Respectfully,
I wish him well a’m one of the training providers.
Bravo to the guru prof.honest humble ,gentle and so transparent may Almighty God keep you healthy , happy,joy and keep raising you to the greater high