MOESTI

The Ministry of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation is dedicated to fostering educational excellence, scientific advancement, and technological innovation. Its mission is to empower individuals with knowledge, skills, and innovative solutions that drive national development and global competitiveness. Through policies, programs, and partnerships, the ministry aims to ensure equitable access to quality education, promote research and development, and integrate technology for sustainable growth..

The Borno State Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (MOESTI) is a critical government body in Borno State, Nigeria, responsible for formulating and implementing policies on education, science, technology, and innovation within the state. Its mandate aligns with state development goals, particularly in rebuilding the educational sector and promoting innovation after years of conflict and underdevelopment.

🏛️ Mandate & Responsibilities

The Ministry plays a central role in the education sector reform and technological advancement in Borno State. Its key responsibilities include:

1. Education Development

• Formulating and implementing policies for basic, secondary, and tertiary education.

• Overseeing the management of schools and colleges across the state.

• Promoting access to quality and inclusive education, especially for displaced children.

• Coordinating teacher recruitment, training, and professional development.

2. Science and Technology

• Advancing the use of science and technology in education and governance.

• Encouraging STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in schools.

• Supporting technical and vocational education and training (TVET).

3. Innovation and ICT

• Promoting digital literacy and ICT integration in schools.

• Supporting innovation hubs, startups, and research.

• Encouraging the use of technology-driven teaching tools in classrooms.

• Partnering with organizations to support digital transformation and youth empowerment through innovation.

🧩 Agencies & Departments Under MOESTI Borno

• State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) – Oversees basic education.

• Teaching Service Board (TSB) – Manages secondary school teachers.

• Borno State Library Board

• Borno State Science, Technical and Vocational Schools Board

• Examinations Board

• Department of Innovation and ICT

• Planning, Research and Statistics Department

🚀 Key Initiatives & Reforms

Under the leadership of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, the ministry has seen major initiatives, including:

• Massive reconstruction and equipping of schools destroyed by insurgency.

• Employment of thousands of qualified teachers, especially science teachers.

• Construction of mega schools across LGAs to support displaced and vulnerable students.

• Provision of free uniforms, books, and meals to encourage school enrollment.

• Digital education programs including the distribution of tablets and computers.

• Partnerships with international NGOs and donor agencies to support education recovery (e.g., UNICEF, Save the Children, World Bank, etc.)

👨‍💼 Leadership

As of recent reports, the Commissioner in charge of the Ministry is:

• Hon. Lawan Abba Wakilbe – A key figure in implementing Governor Zulum’s 25-year development plan, with a focus on education and human capital development.

🌍 Partners & Collaborators

• UNICEF

• USAID

• Save the Children

• World Bank (under the Better Education Service Delivery for All - BESDA)

• North East Development Commission (NEDC)

• International NGOs supporting education and innovation

🧠 Strategic Vision

The Ministry’s broader vision aligns with Borno State’s 25-Year Development Framework and 10-Year Strategic Transformation Plan, which includes:

• Improved access to quality education

• Technology-driven governance and education

• Youth empowerment through innovation

• Rebuilding educational infrastructure

• Creating knowledge-based economy in Borno