- Safiu Kehinde
The Federal Government has reopened 47 unity schools earlier shut down over security concerns.
This was announced in a statement issued on Thursday by the Ministry of Education.
According to the statement signed by the Ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, the schools were reopened after the strengthening of the security architecture within and around the affected schools.
Boriowo maintained that the development reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding students and ensuring the continuity of education.
“After the strengthening of security architecture within and around the affected schools, academic activities have fully resumed.
“Students have returned safely to their campuses, with many currently concluding their December academic programmes, while others have successfully completed their examinations,
“The Federal Government remains resolute in its responsibility to protect every Nigerian child and to uphold their fundamental right to education in a safe and secure environment.
“This administration places strong emphasis on human capital development and recognises education as a critical pillar for national growth and development. Accordingly, it remains determined to prevent any disruption to the academic calendar,” the statement partly read.
The Ministry assured parents, guardians, and the general public that the safety, welfare, and well-being of students remain a top priority, stressing that the government will continue to work closely with relevant security agencies to sustain stability and restore normalcy within school environments nationwide.
It further noted that the safe return of students and the successful conduct of examinations in several unity colleges underscored the government’s resolve to keep learning on track despite prevailing challenges.