The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry of Education, has announced the completion and forthcoming implementation of a comprehensively revised curriculum across all levels of basic, senior secondary, and technical education nationwide.
The Ministry explained that the overhaul was undertaken to provide Nigerian learners with a “future-ready” education capable of addressing contemporary global demands while fostering deeper learning.
Speaking on behalf of the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa CON, the Ministry’s statement noted that the review was the result of broad collaboration among major education stakeholders.
“This comprehensive review has been a collaborative effort, bringing together the expertise of the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NUSEC), National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), and various departments within the Ministry,” the statement read.
Professor Suwaiba Said Ahmad, the Honourable Minister of State for Education, highlighted the objectives of the new framework and its transformative potential.
“The revised curriculum will significantly reduce content overload and create more dedicated time for in-depth learning,” Professor Ahmad stated. “This step reflects the government’s unwavering commitment to delivering quality education that is relevant, practical, and truly responsive to the evolving needs of learners in today’s rapidly changing world.”
Under the new structure, subject offerings have been streamlined to ease the burden on learners. Pupils in Primary 1–3 will now take a minimum of 9 and a maximum of 10 subjects. For Primary 4–6, the range will be 10 to 12 subjects. Junior Secondary School students will take 12 to 14 subjects, while Senior Secondary School learners will now offer 8 to 9 subjects. Technical schools will provide between 9 and 11 subjects.
The Federal Ministry of Education commended all stakeholders for their dedication and teamwork throughout the review process, noting that the revised framework represents a more robust and future-focused model for Nigerian students. It further assured that implementation would be backed by strict monitoring to guarantee effective adoption and a smooth transition across schools nationwide.
The new curriculum, the Ministry stressed, is expected to play a pivotal role in reshaping Nigeria’s educational landscape and better preparing its youth for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.
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