FG introduces content creation, beauty therapy, others in technical curriculum

The Federal Government has rolled out a major reform in the nation’s technical education system, unveiling 26 new trade areas that will come into effect from the 2025/2026 academic session. According to the Ministry of Education, the revamped structure is designed to align students’ skills with industry demands while easing curriculum overload in federal technical […]

The Federal Government has rolled out a major reform in the nation’s technical education system, unveiling 26 new trade areas that will come into effect from the 2025/2026 academic session.

According to the Ministry of Education, the revamped structure is designed to align students’ skills with industry demands while easing curriculum overload in federal technical colleges.

Folasade Boriowo, Director of Press at the ministry, said all Federal Science and Technical Colleges (FSTCs) will now transition into full-fledged Federal Technical Colleges (FTCs).

Under the new framework, students will be required to take one trade course in addition to general subjects.

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She said the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, emphasised that the reforms are aimed at producing “a workforce that is both technically skilled and industry-ready.”

The 26 approved trade areas span construction, engineering, agriculture, ICT, and creative industries.

They include: Bricklaying & Concreting; Plumbing; Computer Hardware & GSM Repairs; Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning; Mechanised Agriculture; Solar PV Installation; Fashion Design; Welding & Fabrication; Auto-Electrical Works; Beauty Therapy; Creative Media; Social Media Content Creation; CNG Automobile Conversion, among others.

In addition to the new trades, the government will also introduce a subject titled Citizenship and Heritage Studies.

This course will integrate Nigerian history, civic education, and social studies, with the aim of grounding students in national values and preparing them for responsible citizenship.

The ministry said the reforms reflect the Federal Government’s commitment to reshaping technical education to meet the evolving needs of the economy and global workforce.