In a move set to redefine the educational landscape of Nigeria, the Federal Government has announced a sweeping reform in technical education aimed at equipping young Nigerians with the skills required for the jobs of tomorrow.
The Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, alongside the Minister of State for Education, Professor Sulaiman Sa’id Ahmad, unveiled a major curriculum revamp that promises to prepare students for global competitiveness while addressing the nation’s industrial and digital needs.
The new policy will see all Federal Science and Technical Colleges (FSTCs) transition fully into Federal Technical Colleges from the 2025/2026 academic session. Under this structure, students will now take between nine and ten subjects, with a balance of trade courses, general subjects, and electives. The reforms are designed to reduce curriculum overload, build trade competencies, and align education with international standards.
Students will be able to choose from 26 carefully designed trade areas such as Solar PV Installation and Maintenance, Fashion Design and Garment Making, GSM Repairs, Livestock Farming, Creative Media, Social Media Content Creation, Beauty Therapy, Leather Works, and other fields vital to Nigeria’s growing economy. To strengthen civic responsibility, a new subject known as Citizenship and Heritage Studies has also been introduced, blending Nigerian History, Civic Education, and Social Studies.
Dr. Alausa emphasized that the reforms align with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which seeks to grow Nigeria’s economy to one trillion dollars by 2030. He assured that the new curriculum will ensure that students are not only employable but also capable of contributing meaningfully to national development.
The Ministry of Education further pledged full support for schools, parents, and students to ensure a smooth transition, noting that a detailed list of subjects and trade areas has been attached for guidance.
