The Plateau State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has announced the commencement of biometric capture for newly recruited teachers under the HOPE-EDU Programme.
This important administrative exercise is part of the Board’s effort to properly document, verify, and integrate newly employed teachers into Plateau State’s basic education system.
The biometric capture exercise will officially begin on Monday, 23rd February 2026, at the Board’s Head Office in Jos.
Venue and Time for Biometric Capture
All affected teachers are to report to:
Venue: Plateau SUBEB Head Office
Address: No. 7 Dogon Dutse Road, Jos
Time: 9:00 AM daily
Teachers across the 17 Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs) are expected to attend according to the approved schedule.
Biometric Capture Schedule by Senatorial District
To ensure a smooth and organized process, the exercise has been structured based on senatorial districts.
1️⃣ Northern and Central Senatorial Districts
Date: Monday, 23 February 2026
2️⃣ Southern Senatorial District
Date: Wednesday, 25 February 2026
The Board has emphasized strict compliance with assigned dates to prevent overcrowding and ensure efficient coordination.
Required Documents for HOPE-EDU Teachers
All newly recruited teachers under the HOPE-EDU Programme must come with original copies of their credentials.
Required documents include:
Academic certificates
Professional qualifications
Appointment letters
Valid means of identification
Other supporting credentials
Verification of original documents is a critical part of the biometric process. It confirms authenticity and ensures that only properly recruited candidates are officially captured into the system.
Why the Biometric Capture Is Important
The biometric registration is a key step in strengthening administrative transparency and workforce management.
Key Benefits Include:
Accurate staff identification
Improved payroll management
Prevention of employment fraud
Enhanced transparency and accountability
Efficient teacher deployment and monitoring
By building a reliable database, Plateau SUBEB aims to eliminate irregularities and maintain credible records within the education sector.
Plateau SUBEB’s Commitment to Education Development
The biometric capture reflects Plateau SUBEB’s commitment to improving the quality of basic education across the state.
The HOPE-EDU Programme represents a major investment in strengthening teacher capacity and improving learning outcomes in public primary and junior secondary schools.
By ensuring proper verification and registration of newly recruited teachers, the Board is laying a solid foundation for improved service delivery in Plateau State.
Instructions to Education Secretaries and Teachers
Education Secretaries across the 17 LGEAs have been directed to notify affected teachers and ensure full compliance.
Teachers are strongly advised to:
Arrive early at the venue
Bring all original credentials
Attend only on their scheduled dates
Cooperate fully with officials
Failure to participate in the biometric capture exercise may affect official documentation and administrative processing.
Final Note
The Plateau SUBEB biometric capture for HOPE-EDU newly recruited teachers is a significant milestone in strengthening education administration in Plateau State.
All concerned teachers are encouraged to comply fully with the schedule to complete their onboarding process successfully and contribute effectively to the development of basic education in the state.
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