The Federal Government is preparing to unveil a newly revised education curriculum for primary schools, designed to transform Nigeria’s basic education system by emphasizing moral values and societal reorientation.
The official launch will take place on Thursday, marking a significant step in reshaping how young learners are prepared for future societal roles.
Dr. Tanko Sununu, the Minister of State for Education, revealed this on Wednesday during a flag-off event for teacher training and the launch of sensitization materials on moral reorientation, organized by the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) in Abuja.
Dr. Sununu explained that the curriculum aims to equip learners not only with academic knowledge but also the moral and ethical tools required for positive societal contributions.
“The revised curriculum, to be launched at the National Council of Education (NCE) meeting, has been designed to instill values that address our orientation needs and foster social regeneration,” Dr. Sununu stated.
He further explained that the updated curriculum will focus on nurturing students who are “academically competent, emotionally intelligent, socially responsible, and morally upright.”
This new educational approach seeks to engage students in discussions around values and ethics, moving beyond traditional learning to create a more holistic educational experience.
The Federal Government has also pledged continued investment in teacher development, ensuring that educators are well-equipped to deliver on these new learning objectives.
Dr. Sununu reaffirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration remains focused on prioritizing education and advancing teacher professional development.
Speaking on the initiative, the Executive Secretary of UBEC, Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, underscored the importance of the program, particularly in guiding teachers to instill moral values in students.
“Our hope is to infuse values within our education system so that growing children can embrace them and respond to the needs of their fellow citizens and the nation,” Dr. Bobboyi said, emphasizing the central role of the revised curriculum in addressing the learning crisis and shaping responsible future citizens.
