FG Reveiws Technical Education Curriculum to Align with Current Needs in the Job Market

The Federal Ministry of Education has announced a comprehensive revamp of the technical education curriculum.

The new curriculum, unveiled by Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, and Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Ahmad, will see all Federal Science and Technical Colleges operate fully as Federal Technical Colleges from the 2025/2026 academic year.

It is aimed to align vocational training with global standards, reduce academic overload, and equip Nigerian youth with industry-ready skills for the global labour market.

The announcement was contained in a statement signed on Wednesday by the Ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Bon Folasade.

Under the new curriculum, each institution will offer a minimum of six and a maximum of ten trade courses, with students required to take between nine and ten subjects.

The statement read, “Each college will offer a minimum of six and a maximum of ten trade courses, while students will now take between nine and ten subjects.

“These include one trade course, five or six general subjects such as Mathematics, English Language, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Citizenship and Heritage Studies, two or three trade-related subjects, and one elective.

“A total of 26 trade areas have been streamlined and modernised to reflect industry needs. These include Solar PV Installation and Maintenance, Fashion Design and Garment Making, Computer Hardware and GSM Repairs, Livestock Farming, Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology, Creative Media, Social Media Content Creation and Management, Leather Works, and other trades critical to Nigeria’s economic growth.”

Dr. Alausa emphasised that the reform aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, targeting a $1 trillion economy by 2030.

“This curriculum will position our students to compete globally, ensuring they are gainfully employed and contributing to national development,” he stated.

The Ministry has assured schools, parents, and students of full support during the transition, with a detailed list of new subjects and trade areas provided for guidance.