The complete list of subjects under Nigeria’s newly introduced school curriculum has surfaced online after the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, shared the details via his official X handle on Wednesday.
Olusegun posted an image—unsigned and unmarked—purportedly containing the full subject list for both Junior and Senior Secondary Schools, stating:
“The new curriculum for Nigerian schools, which will commence from the next academic session in September 2025, has been released.”
The curriculum, unveiled by the Federal Government on Sunday, places a strong emphasis on digital skills and entrepreneurship. At the Junior Secondary School (JSS) level, digital literacy and foundational entrepreneurship are now compulsory. Meanwhile, at the Senior Secondary School (SSS) level, the curriculum introduces programming, artificial intelligence, and additional foreign languages.
New curriculum subject breakdown
JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL (JSS 1–3)
- Mathematics & Measurement
Numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, proportions, rates, geometry (angles, area, volume), algebra, statistics, graphs, measurement units (km, m, cm, g, kg, ml, °C, time zones). - English Language
Essay writing (narrative, descriptive), advanced grammar (clauses, idioms), comprehension, vocabulary development, oral communication (debates, speeches, drama). - Integrated Science
Concepts from physics (motion, forces, energy), chemistry (matter, mixtures, reactions), biology (cells, reproduction, ecology), earth science (climate, natural resources), introduction to technology and lab safety. - Digital Literacy & Coding
Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet research skills, basic coding (Python fundamentals, advanced Scratch), introduction to robotics. - Social Studies
Nigerian and African history, basic geography, civic education, economic fundamentals (trade, money, basic entrepreneurship), global awareness. - Languages
Advanced proficiency in mother tongue, conversational fluency in at least one foreign language (French or Arabic). - Creative Arts
Drawing, painting, crafts, drama, theatre, film basics, music appreciation and performance. - Physical & Health Education
Physical fitness, sports, nutrition, reproductive health education, first aid, substance abuse awareness.
SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL (SS 1–3)
- Mathematics & Advanced Applications: Algebra, trigonometry, calculus basics, probability, statistics, financial maths, applied maths.
- English & Communication: Advanced essays, academic writing, literary analysis, world literature, research skills, public speaking, journalism, fact-checking.
- Sciences: Physics (mechanics, waves, electricity, nuclear physics), chemistry (organic, inorganic, industrial, analytical), biology (genetics, ecology, biotechnology), environmental science.
- Technology & Innovation: Programming (Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS), data science basics, AI & robotics, digital entrepreneurship, cybersecurity.
- Social Sciences: Government & law, economics (micro, macro, trade), history (Africa, world revolutions), philosophy & ethics, entrepreneurship.
- Languages: Advanced mother tongue literature, fluency in international language (French/Arabic/Chinese optional).
- Creative Arts & Innovation: Fine arts, music, drama, film/media production.
- Physical & Health Education: Advanced sports, mental health, first aid & CPR, leadership.
- Research & Project Work: Final-year project, data collection, analysis, presentation & defense.
The introduction of this curriculum marks a major shift in Nigeria’s education system, aiming to equip students with relevant 21st-century skills across technology, communication, innovation, and ethics—alongside core academic competencies.
