The Federal Government has announced the completion of a thorough review of the school curriculum for basic, senior secondary, and technical education, aimed at making Nigerian students “future-ready.” The Ministry of Education revealed the details of the new framework in a statement signed on Friday by its Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, and made available to journalists on Sunday.
The announcement was made by the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Said Ahmad, in Abuja, on behalf of the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa. According to Prof. Ahmad, the revision process involved collaboration with major education stakeholders such as the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), the National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSCE), and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
The newly revised curriculum is designed with several key objectives in mind: to reduce content overload, enhance learning outcomes, and ensure that students acquire skills that align with current global demands. Prof. Ahmad emphasized that the review was not just about reducing subjects but also focused on improving the content to encourage deeper learning, while ensuring students are not overwhelmed with information.
“Under the new framework, pupils in Primary 1 to 3 will study a minimum of nine subjects and a maximum of 10. Primary 4 to 6 pupils will take between 10 and 12 subjects. Junior secondary students may offer 12 to 14 subjects, while senior secondary students will take between eight and nine subjects. Technical schools will have between nine and 11 subjects,” the statement disclosed.
Prof. Ahmad further explained that the aim of these changes was to create more focused learning time for students, without the burden of excessive content. He also reassured that the Ministry is committed to providing high-quality, practical education that addresses the needs of a rapidly evolving global environment.
While the Ministry of Education has not provided a specific rollout date, the curriculum changes will be phased in gradually, with oversight from relevant education bodies to ensure a smooth and effective transition across all schools in the country. A strong monitoring system will be put in place to ensure proper implementation.
The Ministry expressed gratitude to all stakeholders involved in the curriculum review and reiterated that the new changes reflect the government’s dedication to enhancing the quality and relevance of education in Nigeria, ensuring that the country’s future leaders are well-prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.
