Educationists have commended the Federal Government’s introduction of a new curriculum for basic, secondary and technical education, but warn that poor implementation might kill the move.
Speaking in a recent interview, the Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Prof. Bilkis Lafiaji-Okunneye, stated that the former curriculum had outlived its usefulness. She lauded the inclusion of digital literacy, coding, and creative arts in the revised framework, describing them as skills that would engage students meaningfully and prepare them for self-reliance.
She expressed hope that the reforms would also promote discipline and morality, noting that LASUED has made drug abuse tests compulsory for prospective students for the 2025 academic session as part of its discipline drive.
Similarly, the Chief Imam of Lagos State University, Prof Amidu Sanni, described the new curriculum as laudable, arguing that the old one failed to address key gaps in teaching and learning, leaving some graduates unfit for the labour market. He urged policymakers to focus on implementation to ensure the reforms achieve their purpose.
Recall Minister of State for Education, Prof Suwaiba Ahmad, had earlier announced on August 31 that the Federal Government had completed a comprehensive curriculum review aimed at reducing content overload, improving learning outcomes, and equipping students with relevant skills.
According to the Director of Press at the Federal Ministry of Education, Folasade Boriowo, the new curriculum will take effect from the 2025/2026 academic session.
Leave feedback about this