BREAKING: FG approves Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal Polytechnic in Abuja

The Federal Government has approved the establishment of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal Polytechnic in Gwarinpa, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

This initiative is part of the national policy to promote technological, vocational, and entrepreneurial training across the country.

In a letter dated January 9, 2025, addressed to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, confirmed the development. Dr. Alausa explained that the establishment aligns with the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring each state in the federation has at least one federal polytechnic.

The letter was received by the office of the FCT minister on January 16, 2025.

“In view of the above, your Excellency is kindly requested to suggest the proposed locations for the Temporary and Permanent sites in Gwarinpa for take-off,” the letter read.

Alausa further said, “The Technical Team from Federal Ministry of Education (FME) and National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) would be visiting the sites to review and inspect the recommended locations, and based on the Report presented by the Team, the approval will be given.”

He added, “Perhaps, I should add that the Ministry, at this point, encourages takeover of existing Tertiary institutions if the Minister wishes.”

According to the memo, the new polytechnic aims to promote technological, vocational, and entrepreneurial training.