The Federal Government has dismissed claims circulating in public space regarding a History textbook titled “Living History,” including allegations of ethnic exclusion and assertions that the book has been approved for use in Nigerian schools.
Eko Hot News reports that the clarification was issued following widespread discussions suggesting that the textbook excluded Igbo history and had received official endorsement from education authorities.
The Federal Ministry of Education stated clearly and unequivocally that “Living History” is not an approved textbook and has not been recommended for use in any Nigerian school.
According to the Ministry, the book was never submitted to the National Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), the statutory body responsible for evaluating and approving educational materials in Nigeria.
The Ministry stressed that any claim of approval or recommendation for the textbook is misleading and inaccurate.
It urged the public, educators, and stakeholders in the education sector to engage in responsible discourse and avoid spreading unverified or divisive information capable of undermining national unity.
The Ministry further advised schools, teachers, parents, and book distributors to always verify the approval status of textbooks through official channels before adoption or classroom use.
Reaffirming its commitment to quality, inclusiveness, and accuracy in educational content, the Federal Government noted that all approved textbooks undergo rigorous review processes to meet national curriculum standards.
For accurate and up-to-date information on approved textbooks, stakeholders were advised to consult the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) directly.
The clarification is aimed at preventing misinformation and ensuring that only officially approved learning materials are used across Nigerian schools.
