The Federal Government has strongly debunked widespread reports alleging a coordinated move to scrap the National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS), describing the viral claims as completely deceptive and orchestrated to breed unnecessary public friction.
Ministry Decries Spread of Falsehoods
In a swift policy clarification issued by the Federal Ministry of Education from the federal capital, authorities established that there is no legislative bill or executive policy proposal aimed at undermining or dissolving the statutory operations of the regulatory board. Government trackers noticed the false information gaining heavy traction across major social media networks, causing widespread anxiety among millions of students, Islamic scholars, and academic stakeholders nationwide.
The government raised critical concerns over the malicious distribution of such unverified data, stressing that it falsely portrays an official crackdown on recognized religious education structures. Officials warned that these narratives are capable of generating national apprehension and eroding institutional trust at a time when administrative focus is centered on structural equity.
The Official Attribution Statement
Reacting directly on behalf of the administration, the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Ministry, Boriowo Folasade, issued a definitive statement to firmly anchor the government’s stance and protect public confidence.
“The Ministry wishes to categorically state that the claim is false, misleading, and entirely unfounded. For the avoidance of doubt, the ministry has not initiated any bill before the National Assembly seeking the abolition of NBAIS, nor has the Federal Ministry of Education proposed, initiated, endorsed, or supported any policy aimed at scrapping the Board or undermining its statutory mandate,” stated Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations.
Commitment to Inclusiveness and Educational Equity
Providing long-term assurances, the Ministry re-established that NBAIS remains a foundational, duly recognized national examination and certification body fully integrated into the framework of the Nigerian educational infrastructure. The administration emphasized its unflagging commitment to sustaining legally backed educational institutions while ensuring that national policies continue to reflect the strict principles of structural inclusiveness, equity, and equal access for all academic tracks.
Moving forward, federal authorities have urged citizens to completely disregard the circulating publications. The public is strongly advised to refrain from disseminating unverified items and to depend strictly on the Ministry’s official digital channels and authorized corporate platforms to verify any policy, reform, or administrative adjustments.
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