Who we are
Building a data-driven future for Nigerian education
The Nigeria Education Data Initiative (NEDI) is a strategic project spearheaded by the Federal Ministry of Education (FME) to transform the nation’s educational landscape through the power of data. With a clear vision to modernize and unify how education data is collected, stored, and used across Nigeria, NEDI serves as a central, secure, and intelligent repository of educational information—spanning from Basic to Tertiary levels and including Non-Formal Education programs.
At its core, NEDI is built to bridge existing data gaps, improve transparency, and support evidence-based decision-making for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders. It is a national step forward toward a smarter, more connected education system—one that truly reflects the progress and potential of every learner.
Who we are
To build a robust, data-driven education ecosystem where every learner and institution in Nigeria is represented, understood, and empowered through accessible, real-time, and secure data.
Mission
To centralize Nigeria’s educational data into a single, secure platform, enabling effective student tracking, institutional performance measurement, and evidence-based policymaking at all levels.
Who we are
Building a data-driven future for Nigerian education
The Honourable Minister of Education recognizes that reliable data is the backbone of effective educational planning. From policy formulation to resource allocation and curriculum improvement, data helps ensure every decision is timely, relevant, and impactful. NEDI is a direct response to this vision—an effort to consolidate scattered datasets, remove inefficiencies, and ensure Nigeria’s education system is guided by facts, not assumptions.
Through NEDI, the Ministry seeks to:
- Create a nationally unified education data infrastructure
- Leverage the NIMC’s unique identification number for accurate student tracking
- Ensure interconnected data systems across federal, state, and private education sectors
- Provide actionable insights that reflect student performance, institutional gaps, and policy outcomes
Who we are
Empowering education through data you can trust
Over 30 million students enrolled across all education levels in Nigeria
Over 30 million students enrolled across all education levels in Nigeria
Over 30 million students enrolled across all education levels in Nigeria
Over 30 million students enrolled across all education levels in Nigeria
From over 30 million students to 100,000+ schools, NEDI is building a future where every learner's data is accessible, secure, and insightful—driving smarter decisions and better outcomes across all levels of education.
Strategic Approach
Why NEDI matters
Nigeria’s education system is vast and dynamic, but without reliable data, it becomes difficult to measure progress or identify areas for improvement. Scattered data sources, manual records, and unstandardized formats have long hindered visibility and efficiency.
NEDI solves this by:
Through NEDI, the Ministry seeks to:
- Providing a single source of truth for all education-related data
- Ensuring data integrity and security through advanced digital systems
- Offering tools and dashboards for real-time analytics and reporting
- Helping stakeholders make informed decisions on funding, curriculum, teacher training, and more
Looking Ahead
As NEDI continues to grow, it remains focused on equity, accessibility, and accountability. Our goal is to ensure every student, educator, and institution in Nigeria benefits from a future built on quality data—one that supports lifelong learning, national development, and global competitiveness.