The National Business and Technical Education Board (NABTEB) warned senior officers against harassing and intimidating junior workers during the 3rd Quarter Global Ministerial SERVICOM Committee meeting in Benin City. Dr. Mohammed Aminu Mohammed, NABTEB’s Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, delivered the warning, emphasizing the need for good human relations in the workplace and urging staff not to use their positions to intimidate colleagues. He also encouraged workers to speak out without fear when officers err.
The meeting focused on bridging service‑delivery gaps in technical and vocational education, with particular attention to improving standards, certification and employability. The SERVICOM Committee, established to monitor NABTEB activities, ensures that both senior and junior officers perform their duties as expected. Participants reaffirmed the principles of SERVICOM—transparency, accountability, professionalism and integrity—and were urged to remain committed to serving citizens with excellence and dignity.
Representing the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Mr. Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, Yiman Innocent called on participants to share expertise and experiences to drive meaningful change. He highlighted the importance of collective action, collaboration and innovation in tackling complex challenges. The gathering provided an opportunity for reflection, assessment and planning for the future, with a focus on enhancing public‑service delivery mechanisms.
Overall, the meeting showcased NABTEB’s institutional capacity and reinforced its role in advancing technical and vocational education and training in Nigeria. The warning against harassment underscores the importance of a positive, respectful work environment, while the emphasis on improving service delivery in technical and vocational fields highlights their critical contribution to economic growth and development. Continued commitment to transparency, accountability and professionalism will be essential for NABTEB to achieve its goals.
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