Federal Government Cancels NTI Admissions and Degree Programs for 2026

The Federal Government has cancelled all admissions for the 2026 academic session into the National Teachers’ Institute’s National Certificate in Education and degree programs. This decision was made due to regulatory issues related to admissions, accreditation, and university partnerships.

The Federal Ministry of Education, in a statement released on Saturday, instructed the institute located in Kaduna to stop all university affiliations and degree-awarding arrangements. The ministry emphasized that the institute is not authorized to grant NCE or university degrees.

Prospective students, parents, and the public are warned against seeking admission into these programs, which include full-time, part-time, and Distance Learning Studies. The ministry stated that no further admissions into the affected programs are allowed.

This action follows violations of guidelines issued in September 2025, which require NCE admissions to meet standards set by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board and the National Commission for Colleges of Education.

The ministry also directed the National Universities Commission to inform affected universities and ensure they comply with the order to stop NTI’s degree-awarding arrangements. However, the government will protect students already enrolled in existing programs, especially those in Distance Learning Studies.

The National Commission for Colleges of Education will conduct a thorough review of current programs and study centers to determine which students can continue their education. The ministry clarified that NTI’s main focus should remain on teacher training and professional development.

To avoid future issues, the ministry urged the public to check the accreditation and admission status of academic programs through official channels before enrolling or making payments.