Felicia Udeji Reporting
The Federal Government has announced a groundbreaking new curriculum for Basic and Senior Secondary Education in Nigeria, mandating that every student must graduate with at least two skills.
This initiative aims to integrate knowledge, skills, and values into the education system, ensuring that students are well-equipped for the modern economy.
Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, unveiled the new curriculum at the 68th National Council on Education (NCE) meeting in Abuja on Thursday.
The theme of the meeting was “Innovation, Digital Technology, and Entrepreneurship: Tools for Educational and National Development in the 21st Century.
Prof. Mamman emphasized the importance of the new curriculum in addressing the challenges posed by technological advancements and the risk of the current educational curriculum becoming obsolete. “A well-designed and effective curriculum determines sustainable development, quality, and the relevance of education. This is the main reason why this administration places priority on the institutionalisation of curriculum development in the overall context of education,” he stated
The new curriculum is designed to incorporate knowledge, skills, and values, with a special focus on skills that students can connect with the economy to lead productive lives.
The Federal Government’s new curriculum is set to roll out soon, marking a significant step towards modernizing Nigeria’s education system and preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century.
Truth Live News reports that the federal government is set to launch a new education curriculum for primary schools on Thursday, October 10, 2024.