The Federal Government says coding, artificial intelligence, robotics and cybersecurity will become compulsory subjects for secondary school students from September 2025. The new curriculum, unveiled after years of complaints from employers about the lack of practical skills among graduates, will affect both junior and senior classes.
Junior secondary students will take digital literacy lessons, including Python programming, robotics kits, and entrepreneurship, while senior students will study advanced coding, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and data science. English classes have also been revised to include journalism, fact-checking and research methods.
Education Minister Tunji Alausa described the programme as “future-ready,” saying it aligns with global education standards. The government says the aim is to equip students with digital and critical thinking skills that match the demands of modern workplaces.
Students in junior classes must also choose a trade subject such as solar panel installation, fashion design or livestock farming. Officials say this will help reduce youth unemployment by giving school leavers job-ready skills.
Private schools are seen as better prepared for the changes, while public schools may face challenges with infrastructure, teacher training and equipment.
