February 05, (THEWILL) — The Kogi State Government has ordered the immediate and indefinite closure of all public and private primary and secondary schools across the state following rising security concerns and intelligence reports pointing to potential threats.
Governor Ahmed Ododo issued the directive on Wednesday, describing the decision as a preventive measure aimed at protecting students, teachers, and other school personnel.
The governor said the action was taken in the interest of safety and to avert any possible security breach within the school environment.
The National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), Kogi State chapter, conveyed the directive to private school owners and operators, urging strict compliance.
In a notice signed by its State Chairman, Pastor Reuben Jimoh, the association warned that any school found violating the order risks having its operating licence revoked.
According to the notice, the shutdown is strictly precautionary and intended to address prevailing security risks in the state.
School administrators were also directed not to fix or announce any resumption date until further instructions are issued by the state government.
Education authorities in the state stressed that the closure should not be viewed as an overreaction but as a necessary step to ensure the safety of learners and education workers amid the current security situation.
Parents and guardians were advised to remain calm, keep their children at home, and rely solely on official government communication channels for updates.
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