The Federal Government has introduced a new national curriculum to reduce subject overload in schools.
Officials say the reforms will equip Nigerian students with practical, future-ready skills for global competitiveness.
The Federal Government has unveiled a revised national curriculum for basic, senior secondary, and technical education, aimed at easing subject overload and equipping Nigerian students with skills relevant to the modern world.
The announcement was made on Sunday through a press statement signed by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations at the Ministry of Education. It was presented on behalf of the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, by Professor Suwaiba Said Ahmad, the Minister of State for Education.
According to Professor Ahmad, the review was conducted 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).
The restructuring adjusts both the number of subjects and the quality of learning content.
- Primary 1–3: 9–10 subjects
- Primary 4–6: 10–12 subjects
- Junior Secondary School: 12–14 subjects
- Senior Secondary School: 8–9 subjects
- Technical Schools: 9–11 subjects
“The review process was not only about streamlining subjects but also about improving content to allow for deeper learning,” Ahmad said.
She explained that the goal is to reduce overload, provide students with more learning time, and deliver education that is practical and future-ready.
The Ministry has announced that the updated curriculum will be implemented nationwide, accompanied by rigorous oversight to ensure effective integration and a seamless transition in educational institutions.
