About Us
Ministry of Tertiary & Technical Education
About the Ministry
The Ministry of Tertiary & Technical Education in Imo State is spearheading comprehensive reforms to uplift technical colleges and tertiary institutions through infrastructure revitalization, curriculum updates, and ICT‑driven pedagogical systems. Led by Prof. Victor Nwachukwu, funded interventions are underway to rehabilitate workshops, classrooms, hostels, and equip institutions for digital learning. The ministry’s focus on capacity building, industry linkages, and e‑assessment systems aims to make tertiary and technical education in Imo State globally competitive and employment‑oriented.
Ministry of Tertiary & Technical Education
Imo State
Mission Statement
To revitalize tertiary and technical education in Imo State by restoring infrastructure, promoting ICT‑based learning, enhancing educator capacity, and bridging academia with industry.
Vision Statement
An Imo State where tertiary and technical institutions produce skilled, self‑reliant graduates equipped for entrepreneurship and modern industry demands.
Our Team
Prof. Victor Nwachukwu
Commissioner, Tertiary & Technical Education
Leading the ministry to revamp tertiary and technical education infrastructure, curriculum, and capacity to world-class standards.
Mrs Egbuka Blessing A.
Permanent Secretary
Oversees administrative coordination of technical colleges and tertiary institutions within Imo State.
Objectives of the Ministry of Tertiary & Technical Education
Institutional Rehabilitation
Revitalize dilapidated technical colleges with modern facilities, workshops, hostels, and learning resources.
World‑Class Technical Education
Elevate curricula and vocational training programs to meet global standards and drive self-reliance.
Capacity Building for Educators
Implement training programs for principals, instructors and technical staff to improve teaching and administration.
Industry Partnership & Employability
Establish strong linkages with private sector and industries for internships, apprenticeships, and graduate placement.
Digital Learning & E‑Assessment
Expand ICT-based learning platforms, e‑exams, and virtual classrooms across institutions.
Monitoring & Accountability
Track the progress of rehabilitation and development efforts through rigorous oversight and reporting.
Our Core Values
Our Structure
The Ministry of Tertiary and Technical Education oversees universities, polytechnics, and technical colleges in Imo State. It is committed to promoting quality education, innovation, and skills development for global competitiveness.
Department of Technical & Vocational Training
Oversees the curriculum and infrastructure upgrades across state technical colleges to equip students with employable skills.
Department of Tertiary Institutions Support
Coordinates support and infrastructure development in state-run tertiary institutions including colleges and universities.
Department of Industry Linkages & Skills Development
Forges partnerships between technical colleges, polytechnics and private industries for internships, apprenticeships, and graduate placement.
Department of Monitoring & Quality Assurance
Monitors project implementation in institutions, ensures standards are met and reports on capital interventions.
Department of ICT‑Driven Education & Innovation
Promotes ICT-based learning, e‑exams, digital classrooms and capacity building for technical and tertiary educators.