By Chioma Rosemary Onyekaba
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has been recognized as the “Most Improved Government Agency” of the year 2024 by the New Telegraph Newspaper. This prestigious award underscores TETFund’s unwavering commitment to advancing Nigeria’s tertiary education system through strategic interventions, infrastructure development, and capacity-building initiatives.
The award was received on behalf of the Fund by its Executive Secretary, Arc. Sonny Echono, in the presence of Management Staff and well-wishers. The recognition highlights the agency’s strides in improving funding for higher education institutions, fostering research and innovation, and enhancing learning environments across the country.
TETFund’s Impact in 2024
Under the leadership of Arc. Sonny Echono, TETFund has made remarkable progress in fulfilling its mandate to support public tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Some key achievements include:
• Increased Funding for Research and Development – Encouraging innovation through various research grants and academic programs.
• Infrastructure Development – Enhancing learning facilities across universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
• Academic Staff Training & Development – Sponsoring capacity-building programs for lecturers and researchers to improve the quality of education.
• ICT Advancement in Higher Institutions – Expanding digital learning resources and e-library projects.
The New Telegraph Newspaper award serves as an acknowledgment of TETFund’s significant contributions to the transformation of Nigeria’s education sector. Speaking at the event, Arc. Sonny Echono reaffirmed the Fund’s dedication to ensuring sustainable improvements in tertiary education, emphasizing that the recognition would serve as motivation to do even more.
As TETFund continues to set new benchmarks in educational development, this award is a testament to its effectiveness in driving positive change. The recognition also reflects the collective efforts of its team and stakeholders in reshaping the future of education in Nigeria.
Looking Ahead
With this achievement, TETFund is expected to further strengthen its interventions and expand collaborations to support academic excellence in Nigeria. The future holds even greater prospects for the agency as it continues to work towards a more robust, innovative, and globally competitive tertiary education system.
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