The House of Representatives is considering amendments to the Federal Polytechnics Act to expand the functions of polytechnics, enhance academic governance, and introduce the award of Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) Honours degrees. The Federal Polytechnics Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025, sponsored by Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, seeks to revise key sections of the existing law to reflect modern educational and industry needs. …

Rectors and Provosts of polytechnics and other TVET-awarding institutions will today (Tuesday) debate on the proposal to replace the Higher National Diploma (HND) programme with Bachelor of Technology, according to The PUNCH. A letter by the Director of Human Resources of the National Board of Technical Education (NBTE), Lawal Hafiz addressed to all Rectors and Provosts across Nigeria said the …