Federal College of Education Technical, Ekiadolor is government owned College of Education located in Edo State, Southern part of Nigeria. The College was one of the government approved tertiary institutions in Nigeria by the Administration of President Buhari in 2019. The institution served as a Centre for training of School Teachers in Nigeria. The College of Education awards National Certificates in Education (NCE) to its graduates as it is a mandatory requirement for those who want to work as a teacher in a Nigerian school.

The College has rich resource and scientific asset which enables student development and promotes economic, technological and social change. It promotes the exchange of knowledge, research and innovation and equips students with the skills needed to meet ever changing labour markets. The College promote and encourage teacher education in Nigeria and also gives students education for development and self-reliance.

We are delighted to welcome you to the Federal College of Education Technical Ekiadolor, Benin, we look forward to learning, exploring, and growing together. We trust you will find unlimited opportunities for growth here at the College.

THE JOURNEY SO FAR

The Federal College of Education (Technical) Ekiadolor, Benin, Edo State was among the six (6) Newly Established Federal Colleges of Education in Nigeria under the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari (GCFR) in October 2021. The following officers were appointed as pioneer Principal Officers of the College.

1. Dr. Emmanuel Nkoro Asagha - Provost.
2. Mr. Henry O. Itedjere, - Registrar.
3. Mr. Solomon Ediae - Bursar
4. Dr. Tony Obaseki - College Librarian.

In April 2022, the Edo State Governor, His Excellency Mr. Godwin Obaseki handed over the defunct Edo State College of Education structure in Ekiadolor to the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Minister of Education represented by the Executive Secretary, National Commission for Colleges of Education, Prof. Paulinus Okwelle Chijioke for the immediate take off of the College.

The College started on a right footing with the inauguration of the Governing Council of the College in 2022 with the appointment of the following Governing Council Members

1. HRH (Prof.) S. E. Aduwa-Ogiegbaen - Chairman
2. Alhaji Aliyu B. Usman - Member
3. Mr. Pius Ekiregwho - Member
4. Mrs. Stella Ogwu - Member

The College commenced Academic activities with 4 schools and 17 departments for the award of Nigeria Certificate in Education (N.C.E). These schools are:

I. SCHOOL OF GENERAL EDUCATION.
II. SCHOOL OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION

• i. Automobile Technology
• ii. Building and Architectural Technology
• iii. Electrical/Electronics

III. SCHOOL OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION.

• i. Business Education
• ii. Agricultural Education

IV. SCHOOL OF SCIENCES

i. Integrated Science/Biology
ii. Mathematics/ Biology
iii. Computer Science/Biology
iv. Mathematics/Chemistry
v. Computer Science/ Chemistry
vi. Integrated Science/ Chemistry
vii. Mathematics/Computer Science
viii. Computer Science/Physics
ix. Computer Science/Integrated Science
x. Integrated Science/Mathematics
xi. Integrated Science/Physics
xii. Mathematics/Physics

Note: Attached herewith is the statistical data of student’s enrolments by departments.

MANDATE/OBJECTIVES OF THE COLLEGE

1. To establish a citadel of learning for Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET).
2. To produce disciplined and qualified teachers for the enhancement of Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET).
3. To ensure professionalism in Technical and Vocational Education in Nigeria.
4. To encourage the advancement of Research in Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) amongst Teachers.

MAJOR DEPARTMENTS WITHIN THE ADMINISTRATION
PROVOST’S OFFICE

Internal Audit
Security Unit
Public Relations/Information Unit
Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme Unit (SIWES)
Procurement Unit
Consultancy Unit
Community Relation

REGISTRY

Council/Management Affairs
Establishment
Academic Unit
Admissions/Exams and Records
Student’s Affairs
Pensions Unit
Sports Unit

BURSARY

Final Account
Budget and Fund Management
Payroll and Salary
Store

LIBRARY

Administrative Unit
Technical Services Unit
Circulation Unit
Periodical and Special Collection Section

WORKS AND SERVICES

Electrical Unit
Building Unit
Transport Unit

HEALTH CENTRE

Admin/Medical records
Pharmacy Unit
Nursing Services
Laboratory

COMPLETED PROJECTS

1. Completion of College Access Road
2. Rehabilitation and Furnishing of the Administrative Building Complex with car park.
3. Rehabilitation and Furnishing of the Academic Building Complex
4. Procurement of 1 No. Toyota Hilux 2020 Model, TETFUND Take Off Grant
5. Procurement of 1 No. Toyota 2020 Model Hiace Bus, TETFUND Take Off Grant
6. Two (2) No. 100 KVA Perking Sound Proof Diesel Generator procured for the College
7. Modern Laboratory Equipment and Chairs
8. Clearing and Opening of the School Premises
9. Procurement of 2 No. Toyota Hilux 2022 Model (Project Vehicle)
10. Rehabilitation of twin 250 seater capacity lecture theatre
11. Procurement of Medical Equipment
12. Computerization of Registry, Bursary and Library Record
13. Procurement of furniture and fitting for Admin blocks and schools.
14. Provision of Photocopiers
15. Procurement of teaching aids, laboratories equipment.
16. Procurements of library books, shelves and furniture.

ONGOING PROJECTS

1. Remodelling/Rehabilitation of The College Clinic
2. Constructions of one number borehole and renovation of existing borehole.
3. Provision of Electricity to various Offices and Class rooms.
4. Upgrade of College website and training
5. Procurement of scanners
6. Procurements of Printers
7. Procurement of Computers

TOTAL NUMBERS OF STAFF IN THE COLLEGE
The College officially commenced operation with a total of 154 staff, with 25 Adhoc staff, 15 Cleaners and 25 Security Personnel.
TOTAL NUMBER OF STUDENTS IN THE COLLEGE
The Total Number of student admitted to the college as at date, 325, out of which 10 students are on scholarship by the Provost.
The following are the breakdown of students in various schools.

SCHOOL OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION- 202 Students
SCHOOL OF SCIENCES- 82 Students
SCHOOL OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION- 31 Students
SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS- 10

TOTAL= 325 Students
RESUMPTION AND COMMENCEMENT OF ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES
The College officially resumed on the 4th of August 2022, For Administrative and Academic preparations. The students resumed on the 2nd of December 2022, while Lectures started on the 19th of December 2022.