Academic life has resumed across Nigeria’s 47 Federal Unity Schools following a tense, month-long shutdown. The Ministry of Education confirmed on Thursday that gates are open and students are back on campus.
This vital resumption comes just in time to salvage the academic year.
Previously, the government forced a widespread closure in November. This drastic measure was a direct response to a spike in insecurity, specifically mass abductions targeting learners in northern regions.
Security Protocols Overhauled
Authorities have not simply unlocked the doors; they have fortified the perimeter. The Ministry of Education asserts that the break allowed for a significant upgrade in safety infrastructure.
According to Ministry spokesperson Folasade Boriowo, the students’ return is the result of successful security reinforcements. Consequently, these campuses are no longer vulnerable soft targets.
To guarantee safety, the government has implemented a three-point stability plan:
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Expanded Surveillance: Heavier monitoring and patrols now guard school boundaries.
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Inter-Agency Strategy: The Ministry is now synchronized with national security operatives.
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Holistic Welfare: New protocols prioritize both the physical safety and mental health of traumatized pupils.
Saving the Academic Calendar
The timing is critical. Students are currently rushing to complete their December curriculums. Furthermore, many are sitting for final examinations that were jeopardized by the abrupt November closure.
This return signals a victory for the administration’s human capital development goals. Officials state that upholding the right to education remains a non-negotiable priority, regardless of external threats.
By securing these learning environments, the federal government aims to prevent any future derailment of the national academic schedule.
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