Wike approves promotion exams for 5,990 FCT teachers

The Federal Capital Territory Administration recently approved promotion examinations for 5,990 education officers in the FCT. This came after FCT Minister Nyesom Wike intervened to provide a second chance for those who were unable to participate in the 2025 examination due to disruptions. The current exam, which began on October 5, is set to continue for six days, with teachers and education officers from Grade Levels 13 to 17 taking part.

The disruption in 2025 occurred when officials of the Nigeria Union of Teachers allegedly chased candidates out of the examination hall. In response, Wike approved the rescheduled exams for the education officers. The FCTA Civil Service Head, Nancy Sabanti Nathan, expressed satisfaction with the turnout and orderly conduct of the candidates, stating that the minister's intervention has renewed hope for the affected officers.

However, she also noted that higher grade level promotions are limited by the civil service structure and the implementation of the harmonized retirement age for teachers.