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Abuja, Nigeria<\/em> \u2013 The National Universities Commission (NUC)<\/em> has announced plans to integrate 12 new academic programmes<\/em> into the Nigerian university curriculum, as part of its broader efforts to align higher education with 21st-century demands and improve graduates’ employability and self-reliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new programmes are set to be included in the Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS)<\/em> after undergoing necessary stakeholder validation and expert review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Nigerian Tribune, these programmes were either omitted or remained outstanding during the last major curriculum overhaul of the Nigerian University System (NUS)<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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List of New Programmes<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The 12 proposed courses include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Artificial Intelligence<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Classical Christian Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Community Health Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Cooperative Economics and Management Studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Doctor of Medical Laboratory Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Geomatics Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Intelligence and Security Studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Parasitology and Entomology<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Sports Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Telecommunication Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. Islamic Economics and Finance<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Responding to Industry Needs and Innovation<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu<\/em>, Executive Secretary of the NUC, explained that the initiative is a response to growing requests from universities and professional bodies, seeking the development of new, relevant programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \u201cWe analysed each submission to assess its viability and market demand. Eventually, we selected 12 academic programmes for inclusion in the CCMAS,\u201d Ribadu said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

    He noted that the commission is empowered to set minimum academic standards and accredit degrees in all Nigerian universities, under Section 10(1)<\/em> of the Education (National Minimum Standards and Establishment of Institutions) Act<\/em>, Cap. E3, Laws of the Federation, 2004.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \u201cAs the global education landscape evolves, our curriculum must evolve too. We need programmes that not only impart knowledge but build critical thinking, innovation, and adaptability,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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    Panel and Stakeholder Involvement<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The NUC has constituted expert panels to finalize the content of the new programmes. Each panel includes two NUC representatives<\/em> and subject-matter experts selected from across the country\u2019s six geopolitical zones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Mal. Abubakar Girei<\/em>, Acting Director of Academic Planning at the NUC, said that assembling such panels is key to enhancing academic quality and ensuring Nigerian students remain globally competitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \u201cWhile it is practically impossible to gather all professors, we\u2019ve selected resource persons with vast expertise and regional representation,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

    The curriculum will be structured with 70% developed by NUC<\/em> and the remaining 30% left to universities<\/em> to tailor based on local context\u2014consistent with the previous curriculum development model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Next Steps and Approval<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The final draft curriculum will undergo another round of review before submission to the NUC management<\/em> and ultimately the Federal Executive Council (FEC)<\/em> for formal approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Prof. Ribadu urged the review team to contribute constructively and align their recommendations with national development goals<\/em> and global best practices<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \u201cCritique is welcome\u2014but with the aim of strengthening, not condemning. We deeply appreciate the sacrifices and dedication of everyone involved,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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    This development underscores the NUC\u2019s continued commitment to modernizing Nigeria\u2019s higher education landscape and equipping graduates with skills tailored to emerging industries and global challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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