Edo government shuts schools after kidnap threat in Akoko-Edo
The Edo State Government has closed three secondary schools in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area due to intelligence reports of a planned kidnap attack. The affected schools are Ososo Grammar School, Ososo Comprehensive High School, and Makeke Secondary School. The directive was issued by Mr Enodolomwanyi Otamere, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, following security advisories. Authorities have suspended all activities in these schools indefinitely to protect students and staff.
What we know
- The closure was announced in a circular dated June 9 and signed by Mr Enodolomwanyi Otamere.
- Security agencies warned of credible threats to students, staff, and school communities in Akoko-Edo.
- A 25-year-old suspect was arrested on June 4 while allegedly conducting surveillance around Makeke Secondary School.
- Despite the closure, candidates writing the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination will continue under strict security.
- The government urged parents and residents to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies as efforts to address the threat continue.
