JUST IN: FG reopens 47 unity schools after security review

The federal government has announced the reopening of 47 unity schools previously closed over security concerns.

Tunji Alausa, minister of education, had on November 21 cited recent security challenges in some parts of the country and the need to prevent security breaches.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the federal ministry of education said the decision to resume activities in the affected colleges nationwide reflected its firm commitment to student safety and uninterrupted learning.

“After the strengthening of security architecture within and around the affected schools, academic activities have fully resumed,” the statement signed by Boriowo Folasade, director of press and public relations, partly read.

“Students have returned safely to their campuses, with many currently concluding their December academic programmes, while others have successfully completed their examinations.”

The ministry assured parents, guardians and the public that the protection, welfare and well-being of students remained its highest priority.

The statement explained that the government was working in collaboration with relevant security agencies to maintain stability and restore normal academic conditions across school environments.

“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,” it stated.

The ministry added that the safe return of students and the completion of examinations in several unity colleges demonstrated the government’s resolve to sustain learning despite existing challenges.