The National Board for Technical Education and Examination Board (NABTEB), on Wednesday, trained its staff in the directorate cadre on enhancing the future of the board.

This is with a view to improving their capacity to deliver on its core mandate.

The training had as its theme “Enhancing the Future of NABTEB”

In his address at the opening of the capacity building workshop, Aminu Muhammed, registrar/CEO of the board, said that the training would address core issues that were vital to the NABTEB’s operational success and corporate integrity.

“The timing of this programme is particularly apt because the public service environment is becoming increasingly complex, demanding agility, transparency, and strategic foresight.

“More than ever before, public institutions are being held to high standards of accountability and Professionalism. At NABTEB, we must not only align with this model but also lead by example,” he said.

The registrar added that the theme was deliberately chosen to reflect the board’s ongoing commitment to institutional development and leadership renewal.

According to him, the lessons learnt during the training will help directors to demonstrate commitment and honesty in the discharge of our responsibility in NABTEB systemwide and make more development.

Speaking on corrupt practices in the public sector and their implications, he noted that the lessons learnt from the training would help the directors to demonstrate commitment and honesty in the discharge of their responsibilities in NABTEB systemwide and make more development.

“A single lapse in leadership judgment can tarnish years of public service. This is why ethics, transparency, and accountability must remain at the heart of our leadership model.

“In report writing and communication, I have found not so pleasantly that the board has issues with documentation and as Directors, our ability to document and communicate effectively cannot be overstated. It shapes decision-making at every level,” he said.

Mr Mohammed further said that the training was part of a broader vision to reposition NABTEB for greater relevance, impact, and credibility in the national and global examinations landscape.

“As senior managers, policymakers, and implementers, you represent the leadership backbone of NABTEB.

“It is only fitting that we continuously invest in your growth, knowledge, and capacity to lead with insight, integrity, and innovation,” he added.

He expressed confidence that at the end of the training, NABTEB shall emerge better informed, equipped, and prepared to steer the agency to greater heights.

In her goodwill message, zonal director, Nigerian Television Authority, Benin, Teni Ajayi, noted that the exercise of self-discovery, skill enhancement, and strategic planning would propel NABTEB to new heights.

She said the training would enhance role in Nigeria’s education system, particularly in promoting technical and vocational education, assessing students’ skills, and providing certification for employability. 

“NTA Benin Zone looks forward to continued synergy and collaboration, leveraging our shared passion for excellence, creativity, and nation-building,” she said.

In his opening remarks, Henry Johnson, said the workshop marked a significant milestone in the agency journey towards institutional and leadership accountability.

He charged the participants to see the training not as a refresher but as a commitment to ideals of excellence, integrity and professionalism. 

(NAN)