Content Creation, Solar Works Among New Subjects As Nigeria Reforms Technical College Curriculum

The Federal Government has rolled out 26 new trade subjects for Federal Science and Technical Colleges (FSTCs) across the country, in a sweeping reform of the curriculum designed to reposition technical education and prepare students for emerging global industries.

The initiative, announced on Wednesday in a statement by Folasade Boriowo, spokesperson of the Federal Ministry of Education, is aimed at equipping young Nigerians with practical, in-demand skills that respond to both local and international market needs.

Under the revised curriculum, students in FSTCs will now be able to study modern disciplines such as content creation, solar works, renewable energy technology, digital fabrication, and other specialized trades.

This marks a departure from the traditional focus on only conventional technical subjects.

According to the ministry, the reforms are part of efforts to ensure that the colleges function fully as technical institutions capable of producing a skilled workforce that can drive Nigeria’s industrialization and innovation agenda.

“The introduction of these trade subjects is a deliberate step to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry requirements.

Our goal is to prepare graduates of Federal Science and Technical Colleges to become job creators, innovators, and globally competitive professionals,” the statement read.

Education analysts have lauded the move, describing it as timely given Nigeria’s growing youth population and high unemployment rate. By integrating skills such as renewable energy and digital content development, the curriculum is expected to expand opportunities for entrepreneurship while also strengthening the country’s participation in the knowledge and green economy.

The Ministry further noted that the reforms align with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises education, innovation, and skills development as pillars of national growth.

With the rollout of the new curriculum, FSTCs are expected to begin implementation from the next academic session, with provisions for training teachers, upgrading facilities, and partnering with industry stakeholders to ensure effective delivery.