The Federal Government has released a full list of 26 approved trade areas under its revised technical-education curriculum, which will take effect from the 2025/2026 academic session.
According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Ministry of Education’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Bon Folasade, the reform will see all Federal Science and Technical Colleges converted into Federal Technical Colleges. The announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa, alongside the Minister of State, Prof. Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad.
Under the new structure, each college will be required to offer a minimum of six and a maximum of ten trade courses. Students will now take between nine and ten subjects, including one core trade, five to six general subjects, two to three trade-related subjects, and one elective.
The ministry explained that the updated curriculum is tailored to meet current industry demands in construction, energy, agriculture, automotive, creative media, and digital services.
“This reform is designed to reduce overload, build strong trade competencies, align with global standards, and prepare young Nigerians for the jobs of the future,” the statement read.
In addition, the reform introduces Citizenship and Heritage Studies alongside core science and language subjects.
The 26 approved trade areas are:
- Bricklaying, blocklaying, and concreting
- Woodwork, carpentry, and joinery
- Plumbing and pipe fitting
- Computer hardware & GSM repair and maintenance
- Refrigeration & air-conditioning works
- Mechanised agriculture (smart agriculture)
- Autobody works
- Catering craft practice
- Solar PV installation and maintenance
- Fashion design and garment making
- Livestock farming/animal husbandry
- Fish farming (aquaculture)
- Motorcycle & tricycle repairs
- Painting, decoration, and interior finishes
- Welding & fabrication
- Auto-electrical wiring
- Automobile mechanics
- Beauty therapy & cosmetology
- Creative media (digital media production/operations)
- Electronic systems maintenance craft
- Furniture making & upholstery
- Networking & system security (including satellite TV antenna installation and maintenance)
- Social media content creation and management
- Tiling & cladding (tiling, decorative stonework, and floor-cover installation)
- Automobile CNG conversion and maintenance
- Leather works
