The Federal Government has announced plans to address the recurring issue of frequent textbook changes in schools, following widespread concerns from parents and educators over the rising cost and limited academic value of such replacements.
According to the Ministry of Education, the move is part of efforts to strengthen stakeholder engagement and ensure the completion of a comprehensive evaluation framework for learning materials used in schools.
For years, parents and teachers have complained that constant textbook changes place unnecessary financial pressure on families, while many of the new editions provide little or no significant improvement in educational content.
To tackle the problem, the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) has been tasked with leading further consultations with relevant stakeholders to finalise the evaluation framework.
The framework is expected to guide the approval and standardisation of textbooks before they are introduced into schools, helping to reduce unnecessary changes and improve the quality of educational resources available to students.
The ministry stated that the implementation of the new framework is scheduled to begin in September 2026.
The Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to improving learning outcomes by ensuring students have access to high-quality, standardised, and affordable educational materials across the country.
