The Federal Government has unveiled the official and approved subject offerings for Nigeria’s revised Basic and Senior Secondary Education Curriculum, cautioning stakeholders against circulating fake versions.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) noted: “We fervently call on all critical stakeholders to disregard any other fake and unauthentic list that is at variance with the authentic and approved list provided above.”
The reforms, introduced by the Federal Ministry of Education (FME) through its National Education Sector Reform Initiatives (NESRI), aim to ease curriculum overload and promote “positive learning outcomes” for students nationwide.
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The notice, signed on September 8, 2025, by NERDC’s Executive Secretary, Professor Salisu Shehu, confirmed that the implementation will commence at the beginning of each three-year education cycle (Primary 1, Primary 4, JSS1, and SS1).
The NERDC also warned against false information, stating: “nationwide sensitization and teacher capacity building have been slated to commence immediately for effective implementation.”
According to the Council, the reforms represent a new chapter for Nigeria’s education system, emphasizing relevance, adaptability, and skill development right from the foundational stages of schooling.
PRIMARY SCHOOL SUBJECTS
Primary 1–3
Minimum: 9 subjects | Maximum: 10 subjects
English Studies
Mathematics
Nigerian Languages (One Nigerian Language)
Basic Science
Physical & Health Education
Christian Religious Studies (CRS) for Christian pupils / Islamic Studies (IS) for Muslim pupils
Nigerian History
Social and Citizenship Studies
Cultural & Creative Arts (CCA)
Arabic Language (Optional)
Primary 4–6
Minimum: 11 subjects | Maximum: 12 or 13 subjects
English Studies
Mathematics
Nigerian Languages (One Nigerian Language)
Basic Science and Technology
Physical & Health Education
Basic Digital Literacy
CRS (For Christian Pupils Only) / IS (For Muslim Pupils Only)
Nigerian History
Social and Citizenship Studies
Cultural & Creative Arts (CCA)
Pre-vocational Studies
French (Optional)
Arabic Language (Optional)
JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL (JSS 1–3)
Minimum: 12 subjects | Maximum: 13 or 14 subjects
English Studies
Mathematics
Nigerian Languages (One Nigerian Language)
Intermediate Science
Physical & Health Education
Digital Technologies
CRS (For Christian Pupils Only) / IS (For Muslim Pupils Only)
Nigerian History
Social and Citizenship Studies
Cultural & Creative Arts (CCA)
Trade Subjects (Choose one):
Solar Photovoltaic Installation & Maintenance
Fashion Design & Garment Making
Livestock Farming
Beauty & Cosmetology
Computer Hardware & GSM Repairs
Horticulture & Crop Production
Business Studies
French (Optional)
Arabic Language (Optional)
SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
5 Core and Compulsory Subjects
English Language
General Mathematics
One Trade Subject
Citizenship and Heritage Studies
Digital Technologies
Science
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Agriculture
Further Mathematics
Physical Education
Health Education
Foods & Nutrition
Geography
Technical Drawing
Humanities
Nigerian History
Government
Christian Religious Studies
Islamic Studies
One Nigerian Language
French
Arabic
Visual Arts
Music
Literature in English
Home Management
Catering Craft
Business
Accounting
Commerce
Marketing
Economics
Trade Subjects (Choose one)
Solar Photovoltaic Installation & Maintenance
Fashion Design & Garment Making
Livestock Farming
Beauty & Cosmetology
Computer Hardware & GSM Repairs
Horticulture & Crop Production
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