FULL LIST: 15 New Practical Subjects Added to Nigeria’s Basic Education Curriculum

The Nigerian government has added 15 practical subjects, including plumbing, hairstyling, and digital literacy, to the basic education curriculum starting January 2025 to enhance students’ skills and employability.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the addition of 15 new trade-oriented subjects to the basic education curriculum, aiming to enhance students’ practical skills and employability.

According to a statement by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) on Friday, January 24, these subjects will be introduced in primary and junior secondary schools nationwide starting January 2025. The updated curriculum is designed to equip students with hands-on experience and technical knowledge.

Here’s the full list of the new subjects:

1. Plumbing

2. Hairstyling

3. Makeup

4. POP Installation

5. Tiling and Floor Works

6. Event Decoration and Management

7. Bakery and Confectioneries

8. Satellite/TV Antenna Installation

9. Solar Installation and Maintenance

10. Garment Making

11. Interior Design

12. GSM Repairs

13. Agriculture and Processing (including crop production, beekeeping, and horticulture)

14. Livestock Farming (e.g., poultry and rabbit rearing)

15. Basic Digital Literacy (including IT and robotics)

This initiative is expected to empower students with practical skills to meet real-world demands and improve self-reliance.

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SOURCES: ALLSCHOOL, POLITICS NIGERIA