The Federal Government has approved a revised national curriculum for basic, senior secondary, and technical education, to reduce content overload and promoting more practical learning in schools.
The reform, which followed an extensive review by the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) in collaboration with UBEC, NSSEC,
NBTE, and other stakeholders, will take effect from the 2025/2026 academic session.Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Ahmad, explained that the new framework introduces a more balanced subject structure across learning levels.
Pupils in Primary 1–3 will now offer 9–10 subjects, while those in Primary 4–6 will take 10–12. Junior Secondary School students will be exposed to 12–14 subjects, Senior Secondary learners 8–9, and technical school students 9–11 subjects.
According to her, the restructuring seeks to create room for deeper engagement with core subjects while ensuring that Nigeria’s education system aligns with 21st-century realities.
“This review reduces the burden on learners and teachers, giving more time for meaningful classroom interaction and equipping young people with relevant skills for life and work,” Ahmad stated.
The Ministry said strict monitoring mechanisms would be put in place to guarantee effective adoption and smooth transition across schools nationwide.
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