Kebbi government directs urban schools to reopen
The Kebbi State Government has instructed all public and private schools in urban centres to resume classes. The directive was announced by Halima Muhammad-Bande, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, during a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi. She emphasized that schools in remote areas remain closed until further notice. The government assured that security measures are in place to protect students and staff.
What we know
- Halima Muhammad-Bande announced the resumption order for urban schools.
- Schools in remote and outskirt areas are not included in the reopening.
- The government previously closed all public and private secondary schools due to security threats.
- The closure also affected state-owned tertiary institutions, except the College of Nursing Sciences, Birnin Kebbi.
- Authorities say adequate security has been arranged for the reopening, and parents are urged to send their children back to school.
