The full list of subjects in the newly introduced school curriculum has surfaced online following a post by the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun. On Wednesday, Olusegun shared an unsigned and unmarked image containing the subjects for both Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary School (SSS).
In his post on X, Olusegun announced, “The new curriculum for Nigerian Schools which will commence from the next session in September 2025 has been released.” This confirms that the updated curriculum will take effect starting from the 2025 academic session.
Unveiled by the Federal Government on Sunday, the curriculum introduces several new subjects and areas of focus. Notably, digital literacy and basic entrepreneurship have been made compulsory at the Junior Secondary School level. Meanwhile, the Senior Secondary School (SSS Level) curriculum places strong emphasis on programming, artificial intelligence, and new languages, reflecting a modern approach to education.
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), 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.
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