FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION SPECIAL OYO ESTABLISHMENT BILL

What Is This Policy?

A bill to establish a Federal University of Education (Special) in Oyo, Oyo State, dedicated to training teachers for special needs education and inclusive learning.

Who Does It Target?

Aspiring special education teachers, education professionals, persons with disabilities, and their families.

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Produce qualified special education teachers, improve inclusive education, and address the shortage of special education professionals in Nigeria.

Key Features

Special Education Focus: Dedicated to training teachers for special needs education Inclusive Education: Promotes inclusive learning approaches and methodologies Professional Development: Advanced training in special education techniques and assistive technologies

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Under legislative consideration Coverage: Oyo State and nationwide enrollment Funding: Federal Government appropriation

How to Access

Not yet operational. Admission will be through JAMB upon establishment.

Impact & Metrics

Would significantly improve the quality and availability of special education in Nigeria.

Official Resources

Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, Abuja

Legal Framework

Introduced under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The University would operate under the National Universities Commission (NUC) Act, the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act 2018, and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Establishment, Etc.) Act 2011. Aligns with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) on inclusive education.