FG releases approved textbooks for Nigerian schools, introduces QR tracking

The Federal Ministry of Education has released the final list of ranked and approved textbooks for use in Nigerian schools between 2026 and 2028.

The PUNCH reports that the list was released after the completion of the first phase of the national textbook ranking exercise and covers Primary 1, Primary 4, Junior Secondary School 1 and Senior Secondary School 1.

The ministry said each approved title carries a unique Ranking/QR Tracking Code containing details such as the title, authors, publisher and publication year.

“The introduction of the Ranking/QR Tracking Code represents an important step towards strengthening the monitoring and control of approved instructional materials and ensuring greater transparency in their selection, procurement and utilisation.”

The ministry said the additional process of generating and assigning the codes contributed to the time required to validate the final list.

It added that the exercise would continue in phases, with the second phase covering Primary 2, Primary 5, JSS 2 and SS 2.

“The same identification and tracking measures will apply to the subsequent phase.”

The ministry urged publishers, schools and education authorities to consult and comply with the approved list when selecting and procuring textbooks.