Farmer Governor Umaru Bago Advocates Legislative Reform for Modernized Public Examinations

Niger State Governor, Farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago, championed legislative reform during his chairmanship of a retreat organized by the National Examinations Council (NECO) in collaboration with the National Assembly. Addressing the need to update laws governing NECO’s mandate to reflect current technological advancements, particularly in public examinations, Governor Bago emphasized the importance of legislative responsiveness to evolving challenges. He called upon National Assembly members to expedite legislation that integrates innovation into examination processes, acknowledging the pivotal role of legislation in upholding examination integrity and student rights. The retreat, attended by key stakeholders including National Assembly members, underscores the collective commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s educational assessment system through legislative innovation and collaborative efforts.