Nigeria’s secondary school students will soon be learning modules in journalism, programming, artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and fact-checking under a new curriculum framework.
Gatekeepers News reports that Dada Olusegun, Senior Special Adviser to the President on Social Media, revealed excerpts from the yet-to-be-released curriculum document on Tuesday.
According to the draft, journalism has been introduced as a component of English Language for senior secondary classes, while programming will be taught at both junior and senior levels. AI and robotics feature under Digital Literacy, a new subject designed to prepare learners for the technology-driven world.
The curriculum also expands traditional subjects to include digital entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, advanced mathematics, biotechnology, philosophy, and research projects, among others.
Below is the full list of subjects for JSS and SSS as shared:
JUNIOR SECONDARY (JSS 1–3)
▪ Mathematics & Measurement: Numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, proportions, rates, geometry (angles, area, volume), algebra, statistics, graphs, measurement (km, m, cm, g, kg, ml, °C, time zones).
▪ English Language: Essay writing (narrative, descriptive), advanced grammar (clauses, idioms), comprehension, vocabulary, oral (debates, speeches, drama).
▪ Integrated Science: Physics (motion, forces, energy), chemistry (matter, mixtures, reactions), biology (cells, reproduction, ecology), earth science (climate, resources), technology, lab safety.
▪ Digital Literacy & Coding: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet research, coding (Python basics, Scratch advanced), robotics (basic kits).
▪ Social Studies: Nigerian and African history, geography, civics, economy (trade, money, entrepreneurship basics), global issues.
▪ Languages: Advanced mother tongue, conversational fluency in foreign language (French/Arabic).
▪ Creative Arts: Drawing, painting, crafts, drama, theatre, film basics, music.
▪ Physical & Health Education: Sports, fitness, nutrition, reproductive health, first aid, drug abuse awareness.
SENIOR SECONDARY (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), and 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 federal government says the new curriculum is aimed at equipping Nigerian students with 21st-century skills while strengthening core academic foundations.
