The Federal Government of Nigeria has denied reports claiming that it intends to abolish the National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS).
The Ministry of Education said the reports circulating on social media were false, misleading, and without any basis.
In a statement by the ministry’s spokesperson, Folasade Boriowo, the government said it has not submitted any bill to the National Assembly seeking to remove NBAIS, nor has it proposed any policy to end the board’s operations.
The ministry explained that NBAIS remains a recognised examination and certification body responsible for regulating, standardising, and certifying Arabic and Islamic education in Nigeria.
The government also assured the public that it continues to support all legally established educational institutions and examination bodies in line with national education policies.
About NBAIS
The National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies is a federal examination body under the Ministry of Education. It was established in 1960 to oversee Arabic and Islamic schools in Northern Nigeria and later gained national recognition as an examination body.
NBAIS conducts examinations including the Senior Arabic and Islamic Secondary School Certificate Examination and the Tahfeez Examination for students specialising in Qur’anic memorisation and studies. Its certificates are recognised by Nigerian authorities and accepted by many higher institutions.

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