The Federal Government has introduced a new secondary school curriculum that integrates modern skills such as journalism, programming, artificial intelligence (AI), and fact-checking into core learning for Nigerian students.

Senior Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, disclosed the details on Tuesday while sharing excerpts from the yet-to-be-released document.

According to him, the new curriculum is designed to equip Nigerian students with “practical skills in communication, technology, and critical thinking that meet the demands of the 21st century.”

Journalism, Coding, AI In Classrooms

Under the plan, journalism will now be taught as part of English Language for senior secondary students, while programming will be introduced across both junior and senior secondary levels.

AI and robotics will also be offered under a new subject called Digital Literacy for senior classes.

Junior Secondary Modules

Students from JSS1 to JSS3 will now take a mix of traditional and technology-based subjects.

Key subjects include:

Mathematics & Measurement (numbers, geometry, algebra, statistics, practical applications)
English Language (essay writing, advanced grammar, oral communication, drama)
Integrated Science (physics, chemistry, biology, earth science)
Digital Literacy & Coding (Microsoft Office, internet research, Scratch, Python basics, robotics kits)
Social Studies (Nigerian and African history, civics, economy, global issues)
Languages (mother tongue and conversational French or Arabic)
Creative Arts (drawing, painting, theatre, film, music)
Physical & Health Education (sports, nutrition, reproductive health, drug abuse awareness).

Senior Secondary Modules

From SS1 to SS3, students will engage in more advanced learning.

Highlights include:

Mathematics & Advanced Applications (trigonometry, calculus, financial maths, probability)
English & Communication (academic writing, world literature, journalism, fact-checking, research skills)
Sciences (advanced physics, chemistry, biology, environmental science)
Technology & Innovation (Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, data science, AI, robotics, cybersecurity, digital entrepreneurship)
Social Sciences (government, law, economics, history, philosophy, entrepreneurship)
Languages (mother tongue literature, French, Arabic, optional Chinese)
Creative Arts & Innovation (fine arts, music, drama, media production)
Physical & Health Education (sports, CPR, mental health, leadership training)
Research & Project Work (final-year project involving data collection, analysis, and defence).

Olusegun stressed that the new framework reflects the government’s commitment to modernising education and aligning it with international standards.

“The government wants Nigerian students to compete internationally, not just academically but in innovation, creativity, and responsible communication,” he said.

The official curriculum document is expected to be released later this year by the Federal Ministry of Education.