Katsina Government Orders Closure of All Public Schools

All public schools throughout Katsina State have been ordered to close immediately by the State Government.

The directive on Friday followed fresh security threats in parts of Northern states.

According to Leadership, the Commissioner of Education in the State, Yusuf Sulaiman Jibia, confirmed this to journalists.

The Katsina State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education also announced the immediate closure of all government schools.

The ministry called on parents, teachers, and the general public to obey this directive at once as officials continue to monitor the security situation to protect students and staff.

The government explained that closing the schools became necessary to avoid any threat to lives.

The Commissioner said the measure became necessary to safeguard students and teachers as security agencies implement a new statewide safety strategy for schools.

Jibia noted that although students are currently writing examinations, protecting lives and property remains the top priority

He described the shutdown as a temporary step that will remain in place pending a comprehensive security review of identified high-risk areas.

“The state government assures citizens that normal academic activities will resume soon after security assessments are completed and adequate protection measures are put in place,” the Commissioner added.