Tag: Schools closure

Insecurity: “Kebbi schools in banditry-affected communities to remain closed” – Govt.

Aminu Imam
Kebbi govt. on schools

As part of efforts to reduce incidents of banditry attacks in some volatile communities, the Kebbi State government has said schools recently closed in communities affected by banditry would remain shut until security improves. The government said the decision, taken about seven months ago, was based solely on security considerations and would not be reversed until the safety of students and teachers could be guaranteed. In a statement issued yesterday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Communication and Strategy, Abdullahi Idris, he said: “The affected schools will remain…

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Katsina, Plateau order closure of schools over rising insecurity

Aminu Imam
Katsina, Plateau order closure

The Katsina and Plateau state governments have ordered the closure of schools following rising banditry attacks on educational institutions in parts of the country. The Katsina State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Yusuf Jibia, announced the closure of schools in the state yesterday while addressing newsmen, said the decision was taken to safeguard students and teachers as security agencies implement a new statewide school safety strategy. According to him, the directive affects students currently writing examinations, noting that protecting lives and property remains the priority of the state government.…

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