NABTEB Mathematics Syllabus 2026/2027 & Textbooks

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The NABTEB Mathematics Syllabus 2026 covers key areas in Number & Numeration, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, and Calculus, designed for both technical and general education candidates. Key topics include indices, logarithms, progression, graphs, sets, and quadratic equations.

The syllabus is broadly divided into several core components:

Number and Numeration: Number bases, modular arithmetic, fractions, decimals, percentages, indices, and logarithm rules.
Algebra: Set theory (Venn diagrams), surds, quadratic equations, sequences & series (AP & GP), linear simultaneous equations, and logical reasoning (statements, negations, implications).
Geometry & Trigonometry: Coordinate geometry, mensuration (volumes and surface areas), and trigonometry (sine and cosine rules).
Graphs & Functions: Linear graphs, graphs of algebraic expressions, and inequalities.
Statistics & Probability: Data collection, measures of central tendency, and probability.
Calculus: Basic differentiation and integration.

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) Mathematics syllabus aims to equip candidates with foundational mathematical knowledge and practical, technical skills. It focuses on enhancing problem-solving abilities, conceptualizing, and applying technical, logical, and computational skills for use in trade-related tasks, while forming a basis for further technical education.

	NABTEB MATHEMATICS SYLLABUS
SN	TOPICS	OBJECTIVES
	GENERAL MATHEMATICS
1	NUMBER BASES	i. Count and perform Basic arithmetic operations in different bases.
2	SYSTEM INTERNATIONALE UNIT	i. Solve problems involving S.I. and imperial units.
3	FRACTIONS	i. Solve arithmetic operations involving vulgar and decimal fractions.
4	STANDARD FORMS	i. Express numbers in standard forms and to the required number and to the required of significant figures
5	RATIO & PROPORTION	i. Solve problems on ratio and proportion
6	VARIATION	i. Direct, inverse and partial variations. Joint variations.
7	PERCENTAGES, PROFIT & LOSS	i. Apply the principles of percentages to fractions and decimal
8	SIMPLE INTEREST	i. Solve problems involving simple interest.
9	LOGARITHM	i. Apply logarithms, square And square root tables in calculations
10	INDICES	i. Apply the laws of science and technical indices in subjects should be simplification and emphasized and exercises calculation.
11	RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INDICES & LOGARITHM	i. Explain the relationship between indices and logarithms
12	RULES OF LOGARITHM	i. Identify and apply the basic rules of logarithm.
13	ARITHMETIC & GEOMETRIC PROGRESSIONS	i. Identify ordinary level sequence patterns mathematics. and ii. calculate the nth term of a given sequence in AP and GP.
14	SETS	i. Solve problems involving sets using venn diagram
15	LOGICAL REASONING	i. Simple statements ii. True and false statements. iii. Negation of 5 statements. iv. Implication, equivalence and valid argument
16	SURDS	i. Simplification & rationalization of simple surds
17	ALGEBRAIC PROCESSES I	i. Solve basic arithmetic operations with algebraic Processes
18	SIMPLE EQUATION	i. Solve problems involving simple equations.
19	ALGEBRAIC PROCESSES II	i. Linear simultaneous Equation. a) Solve linear simultaneous equations in two variables.
20	ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS	i. Solve simple equations involving fractions. ii. Factorise simple quadratic expressions.
21	GRAPHS OF ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS	i. Solve simultaneous linear and algebraic expressions graphically
22	QUADRATIC EQUATIONS	i. Solve quadratic equations using appropriate method.ii. Construct quadratic equations with given roots.iii. Solve word problems involving quadratic equations.iv. Graphs of Linear and Quadratic function.v. Linear Inequalities
23	PLANE FIGURES	i. Identify plane figures by their properties
24	PERIMETERS AND AREAS OF PLANE FIGURES	i. Circulate the perimeter and areas of simple geometric plane figures.
25	AREAS OF REGULAR & IRREGULAR SHAPE	i. Calculate the areas of regular and irregular shapes
26	LINES & ANGLES	i. Identify the different types of lines and angles
27	POLYGONS	i. Identify the types of triangles and polygons.ii. Apply the sum of the angles of a triangle to calculate any interior or exterior angle of a triangle.iii. Apply the sum of interior angles of a polygon of n sides to calculate any interior or exterior angle.
28	CONSTRUCTION	i. Construct simple geometrical construction
29	LOCI	i. Define and construct loci of moving points in two dimensions.
30	MID-POINT & INTERCEPT THEOREMS	i. Apply the intercept and mid- point theorems to solve exercises.
31	SIMILAR TRIANGLES	i. Apply the properties of similar triangles to solve exercises on plane geometrical figures and solids
32	CHORD & TANGENT OF A CIRCLE	i. Illustrate with examples the theorems associated with the chord and tangent of a circle.ii. Apply the theorem associated with Chord and tangent of a circle to construction exercises.
33	CONGRUENT TRIANGLES	i. Apply the conditions of congruency to solve exercises on triangles
34	PROPERTIES OF QUADRILATERALS	i. Solve problems involving the properties of parallelograms
35	CIRCLES, ARCS, RADIUS, DIAMETER, SECTOR & SEGMENT	i. Calculate lengths and areas related to the circle
36	MENSURATION & PYTHAGORAS THEOREM	i. Apply the principles of Pythagoras’ to solve problems involving right- angled triangles
37	AREAS & VOLUMES OF SOLID	i. Calculate the surface area and volume of solid figures
38	LONGITUDE & LATITUDE	i. Calculate distances along lines of latitude and longitude
39	IRREGULAR GEOMETRIC FIGURES	i. Solve exercises involving areas of irregular figures.
40	EVERYDAY STATISTICS	i. Interpret graphs and charts.ii. Calculate statistical average with equal and unequal forms.
41	PROBABILITY	i. Define probability terms.ii. Solve problems on theoretical and experimental probabilities.
42	TRIGONOMETRY I	i. Apply trigonometric ratios to solve simple problems
43	TRIGONOMETRY II	i. Apply sine and cosine rules to solve problems
44	VECTORS & TRANSFORMATION IN A PLANE	i. Vectors in a plane.ii. Transformations in the Cartesian coordinate plane
	COMMERCIAL MATHEMATICS
45	SIGNIFICANT FIGURES	i. Identify the problems of significant digit as it relates to zero.
46	STATISTICAL COMPUTATION	i. State different kinds of averages and their uses.ii. Calculate statistical problems as related to basic business problem
47	RATIO & PROPORTION	i. Solve exercises on proportions and proportional parts.
48	PERCENTAGES	i. Solve exercises in percentages related to buying and selling
49	PROFIT & LOSS	i. Solve exercises involving profit and loss
50	ALIQUOT PARTS COMMISSION AND DISCOUNT	i. Solve problems involving Aliquot parts commission and discount
51	COSTING	i. Identify the various element by costs
52	BUDGETING	i. Applying the principle of simple budgeting.
53	COST & SELLING PRICE	i. Solve problems involving cost and selling price.
54	SIMPLE AND COMPOUND INTEREST	i. Solve simple problem involving simple and compound interest.
55	DEPRECIATION	i. Calculate depreciation
56	INSTALLMENT PAYMENTAL AND HIRE PURCHASE	i. Solve problems involving instalmental payments and Hire Purchase.
57	RATES	i. Convert one currency to another currency i.e. foreign exchange
58	RATES, INCOME TAX, INSURANCE AND FREIGHTS	i. Solve problems involving income tax, rates on insurance and freights.
59	PAYROLLS	i. Prepare payment of wages
60	STOCK & SHARES	i. Solve simple problems in stock and shares
61	BANKRUPTCY	i. Solve problems involving bankruptcy

NABTEB Mathematics Textbooks 2026/2027

Integrated Mathematics By Afolabi.
New School Mathematics.
Egbe. E. (2000). Further Mathematics, Onitsha: Africana FIRST Publishers.
Progressive Mathematics for SS 3 (Macmillan)
Adelodun A. A (2000). Distinction in Mathematics: Comprehensive Revision Text, (3rd Edition) Ado Ekiti: FNPL.
Anyebe, J. A. B (1998). Basic Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools and Remedial Students in Higher/Institutions, Lagos: Kenny Moore.
Channon, J. B. Smith, A. M (2001). New General Mathematics for West Africa SSS 1 to 3, Lagos: Longman.
Ibude, S. O. (2003). Algebra and Calculus for Schools and Colleges: LINCEL PublishersIntegrated Mathematics By Afolabi.
New School Mathematics.
Egbe. E. (2000). Further Mathematics, Onitsha: Africana FIRST Publishers.
Progressive Mathematics for SS 3 (Macmillan)
Adelodun A. A (2000). Distinction in Mathematics: Comprehensive Revision Text, (3rd Edition) Ado Ekiti: FNPL.
Anyebe, J. A. B (1998). Basic Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools and Remedial Students in Higher/Institutions, Lagos: Kenny Moore.
Channon, J. B. Smith, A. M (2001). New General Mathematics for West Africa SSS 1 to 3, Lagos: Longman.
Ibude, S. O. (2003). Algebra and Calculus for Schools and Colleges: LINCEL PublishersIntegrated Mathematics By Afolabi.
New School Mathematics.
Egbe. E. (2000). Further Mathematics, Onitsha: Africana FIRST Publishers.
Progressive Mathematics for SS 3 (Macmillan)
Adelodun A. A (2000). Distinction in Mathematics: Comprehensive Revision Text, (3rd Edition) Ado Ekiti: FNPL.
Anyebe, J. A. B (1998). Basic Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools and Remedial Students in Higher/Institutions, Lagos: Kenny Moore.
Channon, J. B. Smith, A. M (2001). New General Mathematics for West Africa SSS 1 to 3, Lagos: Longman.
Ibude, S. O. (2003). Algebra and Calculus for Schools and Colleges: LINCEL Publishers

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