FG Moves To Scrap HND, Announce Replacement

FG Moves To Scrap HND, Announce Replacement

The federal government has announced plans to remove the long-standing divide between Higher National Diploma holders and university degree holders, a policy that has shaped Nigeria’s education system for decades.

The move is expected to change how polytechnic education is viewed nationwide.

The announcement came as part of broader efforts by the federal government to reform tertiary education and address complaints of discrimination against polytechnic graduates.

For years, HND holders have faced limits in career progression, especially in public service and professional roles.

Under the proposed plan, polytechnics will be empowered to award degrees instead of stopping at HND qualifications. This step is aimed at strengthening technical education and giving graduates equal academic status with their university counterparts.

The government says the reform is designed to improve skills development, boost innovation, and better prepare students for the modern workforce.

By expanding the role of polytechnics, authorities hope to reduce pressure on universities while raising the profile of practical and vocational training.

Although full details and timelines are yet to be released, the announcement has already sparked wide reactions across the education sector.

Many see it as a turning point that could reshape opportunities for millions of students and redefine the future of technical education in Nigeria.