The Federal Government has rolled out a revised technical-education curriculum, introducing 26 trade courses to strengthen skills training and align Nigerian technical schools with global standards.

Major Reforms

According to a statement from the Ministry of Education, signed by its Director of Press and Public Relations, Ben Goong, the reforms will take effect from the 2025/2026 academic session.

• All Federal Science and Technical Colleges will be rebranded as Federal Technical Colleges.

• Each school must offer between six and ten trade options.

• Students will take nine to ten subjects, including one core trade, five to six general subjects, two to three trade-related subjects, and one elective.

• A new subject, Citizenship and Heritage Studies, has been introduced alongside core science and language courses.

The policy was jointly announced by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, and the Minister of State, Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad.

List of Approved Trades

1. Brick laying, block laying and concreting

2. Woodwork, carpentry and joinery

3. Plumbing and pipe fitting

4. Computer hardware & GSM repair and maintenance

5. Refrigeration & air-conditioning works

6. Mechanised agriculture (mechanisation/smart agriculture)

7. Autobody works

8. Catering craft practice

9. Solar PV installation and maintenance

10. Fashion design and garment making

11. Livestock farming/animal husbandry

12. Fish farming (aquaculture)

13. Motorcycle & tricycle repairs

14. Painting, decoration and finishes (interior design)

15. Welding & fabrication

16. Auto-electrical wiring

17. Automobile mechanics

18. Beauty therapy & cosmetology

19. Creative media (digital media production/operations)

20. Electronic systems maintenance craft

21. Furniture making & upholstery

22. Networking & system security (including satellite TV antenna installation and maintenance)

23. Social media content creation and management

24. Tiling & cladding (decorative stonework/floor-cover installation)

25. Automobile CNG conversion and maintenance

26. Leather works

Why It Matters

The Ministry explained that the restructuring will reduce academic overload, enhance trade competence, and ensure that Nigerian youths acquire skills that meet current and emerging industry demands in construction, energy, agriculture, automotive, creative media, and digital services.

“The reform is designed to build strong trade competencies, align with international best practices, and prepare young Nigerians for the jobs of the future,” the statement added.

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