The Federal Government has introduced a new curriculum framework for basic, senior secondary, and technical education aimed at reducing content overload and enhancing the quality of learning in schools. In a statement issued yesterday by the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Sai’d Ahmad, announced the development on behalf of the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa. According to Ahmad, the comprehensive review was carried out in collaboration with key agencies, including the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC), National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), and other stakeholders. She explained that the new structure provides a balanced approach between subject offerings and practical, in-depth learning. Under the framework, pupils in Primary 1–3 will take 9–10 subjects, those in Primary 4–6 will offer 10–12, Junior Secondary School students will take 12–14 subjects, Senior Secondary School students 8–9 subjects, while technical school students will offer 9–11 subjects. Prof. Ahmad noted that the reforms are designed to reduce excessive content, allow students more time to learn, and align the country’s education system with global best practices. She praised the contributions of stakeholders during the review process and assured that the ministry will enforce strict monitoring measures to ensure effective adoption and seamless transition across schools nationwide.