Education
NECO registrar elected into Africa educational assessment council
Mariam Abeeb
The Registrar and Chief Executive of the National Examinations Council (NECO), Prof. Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, has been elected to the Executive Council of the Association for Educational Assessment in Africa (AEAA).
Prof. Wushishi was elected as the West Africa Representative during the AEAA’s 40th Annual Conference, held at the Century City Conference Centre and Hotels in Cape Town, South Africa.
The event, which concluded recently, brought together educational assessment experts from across the continent.
According to a statement released by NECO’s Acting Director of Information and Public Relations, Azeez Sani, on Sunday, Prof. Wushishi will join a select group of eight members on the Executive Council.
These members represent various examination bodies from across Africa, reflecting the association’s commitment to regional representation and collaboration.
The Association for Educational Assessment in Africa, established in 1982, aims to foster cooperation among examining and assessment bodies across the continent.
It plays a critical role in harmonizing educational assessments, ensuring that standards are maintained and improved across Africa.
This year’s conference, held from August 19 to 23, 2024, was centred around the theme, “Reimagining Educational Assessment in the Age of Multiple Dimensions of Learning in a Global Society.” The event saw participation from over 21 active primary members, along with various public and private institutions and organizations from around the world.
The conference provided a platform for discussions on the future of educational assessment in Africa, with a focus on adapting to the evolving demands of a globalized world.
Prof. Wushishi’s election to the Executive Council is a significant recognition of his contributions to educational assessment, both in Nigeria and across the continent.
Education
Inclusive Education Boost as Deaf-Tech, Federal University of Lafia Roll Out Master’s in Disability Studies
Joel Ajayi
In a major step toward advancing inclusive education in Nigeria, Deaf-in-Tech, an initiative of Data-Lead Africa, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) to establish a Professional Master’s Degree in Disability Studies.
The signing ceremony, held at Deaf-in-Tech’s headquarters in Abuja, featured a goodwill message from Prof. Adaka Terfa Ahon, Director of the Centre for Disability Studies, who represented FULAFIA’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Shehu Abdul Rahman. He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to championing disability and inclusion in its academic innovation and planning.
The new Master’s programme will adopt a hybrid learning model, with online classes complemented by in-person sessions at Deaf-in-Tech’s training facility in Abuja. It is designed to build expertise in disability-inclusive governance, education, and development across sectors.
Executive Director of Deaf-in-Tech and Co-Founder of Data-Lead Africa, Dr. Arowolo Ayoola, described the collaboration as a “structural shift” in how institutions and professionals engage with disability issues. “The inclusion journey must begin with knowledge, and we are proud to partner with a progressive university like FULAFIA,” he said.
Beyond the postgraduate programme, the partnership will also establish a Deaf-in-Tech Club on FULAFIA’s campus — the first of its kind — to empower Deaf students with technology skills, mentorship, and innovation opportunities. Additional initiatives include a ₦1 million academic excellence reward for any Deaf student who graduates with a First Class, as well as the development of a disability-accessible website and digital database for the Centre for Disability Studies, built to WCAG 2.1 global accessibility standards.
The alliance underscores both institutions’ commitment to building inclusive systems and celebrating excellence, while positioning Deaf-in-Tech as a catalyst for bridging the gap between disability and the digital economy.
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