Education Ministry Dispels Misinformation On Senior Secondary School Subject Choices

The Federal Ministry of Education has released detailed guidelines to address widespread enquiries from students, parents, school owners, and administrators regarding subject selection under the revised Senior Secondary School Curriculum.

This was revealed in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja by the Ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Mr. Folasade Boriowo.

According to Boriowo, the clarification became necessary following numerous calls, letters, and public concerns triggered by misinformation circulating across various platforms.

She quoted the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, as saying that there was no restriction or exclusion on choosing any approved subject within the Senior Secondary School Curriculum.

Alausa stressed that all subjects remained available for students to select, provided such decisions were properly guided by school authorities, parents, or certified counsellors. He explained that a science student may choose subjects traditionally grouped under the social sciences or arts, while arts or social science students may also opt for science-based subjects.

According to him, the curriculum was deliberately crafted to be flexible, student-centred, and supportive of varied academic interests and career pathways.

The minister further clarified issues surrounding the subject formerly known as Information and Communication Technology, noting that it has now been renamed Digital Technology. He emphasised that the change was purely in nomenclature and does not affect curriculum content.

“Students who previously studied Information and Communication Technology are fully eligible to sit for Digital Technology during registration and examinations,” he stated.

On trade subjects, the minister disclosed that six trade subjects have been identified and approved under the curriculum. Students may register for any of these subjects if their school offers them and they have been taught the course.

“However, where a student has not been exposed to or taught any of the six trade subjects, there is no obligation for such student to register for a trade subject as a third option,” he added.

The ministry reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring a smooth, inclusive, and well-guided implementation of the revised Senior Secondary School Curriculum nationwide.