Kebbi State Government has announced the immediate closure of all basic and secondary schools across the state following ongoing security assessments aimed at safeguarding students and staff.
According to a directive issued by the Ministry for Basic and Secondary Education, all public and private schools are to shut down from Monday, 24 November 2025 until further notice.
The ministry emphasized that the measure is a proactive step to ensure the safety of learners and educational personnel amid heightened security concerns.
In the statement signed by Hauwa Muhammad, Deputy Director of ICT, on behalf of the Commissioner, school administrators, including principals, head teachers, and proprietors, were instructed to comply fully with the directive and promptly inform parents and guardians of the development.
The government expressed regret over any inconvenience caused by the sudden closure and appealed for understanding, adding a prayer for the swift return of peace and security to the state.
