While speaking at the 2025 International Conference of the African Curriculum Association hosted by the NERDC, the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, described the new curriculum as ‘future-ready’ and noted it was streamlined to meet the skills demand of the 21st century.

Represented by the Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmad, a professor, Alausa noted that the review for the basic education level has been completed, while that of the senior secondary level nears completion

In a separate statement by the ministry’s spokesperson, Folasade Boriowo, indicated that the review was conducted in collaboration with the NERDC, the Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, National Secondary School Education Commission, NSSEC, National Board for Technical Education, NBTE, and other key stakeholders.

The statement explained that the new framework balances subject offerings with more practical learning.

The ministry noted that at the primary level, pupils in Primary 1–3 will offer 9–10 subjects, while those in Primary 4–6 will take 10–12 subjects.

For Junior Secondary School, the range is 12–14 subjects; Senior Secondary students will take 8–9; and technical schools will offer 9–11 subjects. Alausa added that the new curriculum is expected to kick off soon.

“The review of these curricula is based on best practices and design approach following the requisite stages, criteria and involving a broad-spectrum of critical stakeholders,” the minister said.

He explained that the framework, structure and content of the curriculum are based on a competency and outcome approach and leveraged on the thematic, spiral-cyclical model.

He added that the content covers new areas pertaining to digital literacy, robotics and artificial intelligence, new technologies and subject-based skills.

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Garba disclosed this in a statement issued on her official X account, noting that particular focus will be on riverine and historically significant communities.

“As part of our ongoing campaign for inclusive and equitable education for every Nigerian child, I embarked on an inspection tour across riverine communities in Lagos State, covering Ibeshe, Moba, Ojo, Olorunda, and Badagry LGAs”, her statement partly read.

During the tour, Garba inspected key education projects, including the Smart School initiative in Olorunda Local Council Development Area.

“Highlights of the tour included an inspection of the Smart School project at Epeme Village, Olorunda LCDA, where I reassured His Royal Majesty, Oba Kososko, the Kabiyesi of Iworo, and his people of our commitment to complete and deliver the facility soon to serve as a model of innovation and quality learning in the region,” she continued.

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The Deputy Executive Secretary (Technical), the Chairmen of Badagry, Olorunda, and Badagry West LCDAs, alongside senior UBEC management staff, also visited Nigeria’s oldest primary school, established in the 19th century, alongside the Executive Secretary.

“Their presence underscored the collaborative effort between UBEC, local governments, and traditional institutions in advancing access to quality basic education in riverine and historically significant communities, and I am deeply grateful for their presence,” she stated.

She concluded with a message of unity and progress, stating, “Together, we are building a stronger foundation for Nigeria’s future.”

Source: Punch

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