The Federal government has introduced 15 new vocational subjects, including plumbing, makeup, and hairstyling, into the Basic Education curriculum.
In a statement released on Thursday by the National Orientation Agency (NOA), the government stated that the additions aim to enhance students’ practical skills and improve their employability.
The new subjects will be implemented from January 2025 for primary and junior secondary school students nationwide.
The newly introduced subjects cover a range of vocational skills, including plumbing, tiling and floor works, POP installation, event decoration and management, battery and confectioneries, hairstyling, makeup, interior design, GSM repairs, and satellite/TV antenna installation.
Other subjects include CCTV and intercom installation and maintenance, solar installation and maintenance, garment making, agriculture and processing (such as crop production, beekeeping, horticulture, and livestock farming like poultry and rabbit rearing), and Basic Digital Literacy (covering IT and robotics).
……
Note : To submit Press Releases, Statements, and Advert Inquiries for publication on Waffi blog (website) or Television 📺, please use the following contact details: You can send an email to info@waffitv.com or reach us via Whatsapp at 07068286500