Anambra ends Monday school closures and warns staff of penalties
The Anambra State Government has officially ended the closure of schools on Mondays due to the sit-at-home order. A letter signed by Loveline Mgbemena announced strict penalties for staff who fail to comply with the new directive. The decision follows a state executive retreat presided over by Governor Chukwuma Soludo. Staff who do not attend work on Mondays risk losing most or all of their salary.
What we know
- The Anambra State Government issued an Executive Order to abolish Monday school closures.
- A letter dated January 22, 2026 from Loveline Mgbemena communicated the new directive to education officials.
- The move follows a state executive retreat held on January 21, 2026 led by Governor Chukwuma Soludo.
- Staff who miss work on Mondays will receive only 20 per cent of their salary or may forfeit it entirely.
- The letter instructs all education leaders to ensure staff comply with the new policy.
