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The federal government has announced that it has completed a comprehensive review of the national curriculum for basic, senior secondary, and technical education.
The director, press and public Relations of the Federal Ministry of EducationBoriowo Folasade made the announcement on behalf of the minister of education, Maruf Tunji Alausa.
The new curriculum framework, which was announced by the minister of state for education, Suwaiba Said Ahmad, is designed to reduce content overload, improve learning outcomes, and equip Nigerian students with skills relevant to current global demands.
Ahmad explained that the review was carried out in collaboration with key agencies, including the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC), and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
She said that the curriculum adjustment is not only about streamlining the number of subjects but also enhancing the quality of learning materials
Primary 1 _3 pupils will now take between 9 and 10 subjects.
Primary 4–6 pupils will be required to take 10 to 12 subjects.
Junior Secondary School students will take 12 to 14 subjects.
Senior Secondary School students will take 8 to 9 subjects.
Technical school students will take 9 to 11 subjects.
“The review process was not only about streamlining subjects but also about improving content to allow for deeper learning,” Ahmad said
She stressed that the aim of the revision is to reduce overload and create more learning time, adding that the government is determined to deliver education that is both practical and future ready.
The revised curricula will be implemented nationwide with close monitoring to ensure effective adoption and smooth transition in schools.
She noted that the federal ministry of education commends all stakeholders for their commitment and teamwork in the review process, which has produced a stronger, future focused curriculum for Nigerian learners.
It further assured the public that the revised curricula will be implemented with strict monitoring to guarantee effective adoption and a smooth transition in schools nationwide.
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