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FG Denies Claim Of Nationwide Unity School Shutdown

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The Federal Ministry of Education has debunked viral claims that all schools nationwide were instructed to shut down on November 24, 2025, describing the message circulating on social media as entirely unfounded. In a statement released on Saturday, ministry spokesperson Folasade Boriowo stressed that no closure directive was issued by the Federal Government, the Federal Ministry of Education, any State Ministry of Education, or any recognised security agency. She urged the public to rely strictly on verified information. According to the ministry, “Any announcement, advisory, or notice coming from unofficial or unverified sources should be ignored and not shared.” It advised Nigerians to confirm the authenticity of any message before circulating it to help curb the spread of misinformation. The clarification follows the Federal Government’s decision a day earlier to temporarily shut down 41 federal secondary schools located in high-risk areas after recent abductions in Niger and Kebbi states. Several state governments — including Kwara, Plateau, Katsina and Niger — have also closed some schools due to rising security concerns. In Taraba State, Governor Agbu Kefas ordered all public and private schools to immediately deboard their students as a precautionary safety measure.

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Plateau State Orders Immediate Closure Of Schools Over Security Concerns

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The Plateau State Government has ordered the immediate closure of all basic schools across the state amid growing security concerns. Richard Jonah, Public Relations Officer of the Plateau State Universal Basic Education Board (PSUBEB), confirmed the directive on Friday, describing it as a precautionary measure. He explained that the government is acting proactively to prevent incidents similar to attacks on schools in other states. According to the PSUBEB statement, Government Junior Model Secondary Schools (GJMSSs) will close from Saturday, November 22, 2025, while Primary and Day Schools will shut from Monday, November 24, 2025. The board stressed that the closures are temporary and intended to allow authorities to put additional security measures in place before students return. The statement also called on Local Government Education Authorities, school administrators, and community leaders to cooperate and remain vigilant. Residents expressed concern following the announcement. Moses Jeremiah of Shendam LGA said students of GSS Shendam were sent home after a warning about a possible attack, though the threat has not been independently verified. Plateau Police Public Relations Officer SP Alfred Alabo said the command is unaware of any specific threat and would comment only after receiving an official briefing. The decision comes shortly after violent incidents in neighbouring states, including the abduction of students from a Catholic school in Niger State and the attack on a girls’ boarding school in Kebbi State, where 25 students were kidnapped and the vice-principal killed. In a related development, Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu urged the public to support ongoing military operations, emphasizing the importance of community cooperation during the Nigerian Army’s Civil-Military Cooperation Media Chat in Jos.

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Katsina Shuts All Public Schools Amid Rising Banditry And Security Threats

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The Katsina State Government has ordered all public schools in the state to shut down immediately in response to rising security threats and a surge in bandit attacks across multiple communities. The directive was announced on Friday by the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Yusuf Sulaiman Jibia, during a briefing with journalists in Katsina. Jibia said the government took the decision to ensure the safety of students and teachers as security agencies begin implementing a new statewide strategy aimed at strengthening school protection. He admitted that the closure comes at a time when students are writing examinations but emphasized that safeguarding lives is the government’s foremost priority. According to him, the shutdown is a temporary measure that will remain in place until a thorough security review is completed, particularly in locations classified as high-risk. Findings by The Nation showed that the move follows the recent abductions of schoolgirls in Kebbi and Niger States, an incident that has intensified fear among parents and authorities across the North-West. Jibia assured residents that schools will reopen once security assessments are finalized and adequate safety measures are put in place.

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NANS Calls For Compulsory Drug Testing And Drug-Free Campus Initiative Across Nigerian Tertiary Institutions

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The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has appealed to the Federal Government to introduce compulsory drug testing for students in all tertiary institutions across the country as part of a nationwide effort to curb substance abuse among youths. In a statement signed by its President, Comrade Olushola Oladoja, NANS said the initiative would help restore discipline, enhance academic performance, and protect the future of Nigeria’s young population. Oladoja urged the government to establish a Drug-Free Campus Initiative (DFCI) in partnership with relevant agencies to tackle the growing problem of drug addiction in universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. He described the rate of drug abuse among students as alarming, calling it a “public health crisis” that undermines education, morality, and national productivity. “Drug abuse among students is no longer an isolated issue; it has become a full-blown crisis threatening learning, safety, and the nation’s development,” NANS said. The association listed marijuana, tramadol, codeine, and methamphetamine (popularly called “ice” or “mkpurummiri”) as the most abused substances on campuses, warning that they often contribute to cultism, violence, and other social ills. “Many cases of assault, cult clashes, and unrest on campuses are linked to substance abuse. Drugs fuel aggression and moral decay among students,” the statement read. To address the problem, NANS proposed mandatory drug testing for all new and graduating students, supervised by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and institutional health units. “All newly admitted students should undergo compulsory drug testing as part of admission clearance, while every graduating student must be tested before final clearance to ensure they leave school clean and responsible,” the association recommended. NANS also called for the establishment of Drug-Free Clubs or committees on campuses to be supported by NDLEA and student unions for awareness campaigns, peer education, and counselling. It further urged that drug education be included in student orientation programmes and General Studies (GST) courses. The association stressed that students found using drugs should be guided towards rehabilitation, not stigmatised, to allow reintegration into academic life. Oladoja reaffirmed NANS’ commitment to promoting moral integrity and discipline among Nigerian students, warning that the country’s future depends on a generation free from addiction. “The dream of a prosperous Nigeria begins with a generation of mentally sound, morally upright, and drug-free students,” he said.

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Minister Dele Alake Calls for Closure of Nigerian Schools Charging Tuition in Foreign Currencies

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The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has called for the closure of Nigerian schools that charge tuition fees in foreign currencies, describing the practice as a significant drain on the nation’s economy. Alake made the remarks during the Nigeria Gold Day Celebration, held alongside the 10th edition of Nigeria Mining Week in Abuja on Wednesday. The event carried the theme “Nigeria Mining: From Progress to Global Relevance.” “I am going to propose to the Federal Executive Council that all schools in Nigeria charging in foreign currencies should be shut down,” Alake said, condemning the practice as one of several economic loopholes that hinder national development. He highlighted the scale of the issue, noting that many parents pay enormous sums in foreign currency for school fees. “If your child is attending a school in Abuja or Lagos paying 10,000 pounds or 10,000 dollars, you then have to convert naira to dollars, driving the value of the dollar up. You can’t establish a school in the UK and charge in naira; it’s only in this country that such contradictions harm the economy,” he lamented. Alake also emphasized the need for Nigerians to focus on productive, constructive, and regenerative activities that contribute to national growth. The minister further outlined government efforts to curb financial leakages within Nigeria’s gold sector, including the adoption of digital systems to reduce cash transactions, limit corruption, and position Nigerian gold as a globally credible medium of exchange. He explained that the National Gold Purchase Programme (NGPP), part of the Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (PAGMI) and administered through the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF), allows the government to buy gold directly from artisanal miners in naira, helping boost foreign reserves and stabilise the naira. Hajia Fatima Shinkafi, Executive Director of the SMDF, noted that gold exploration funding in Nigeria is increasing, contrary to global trends. She urged stakeholders to capitalise on Nigeria’s gold resources and support initiatives aimed at making the country a top destination for junior miners. The Nigeria Mining Week, which runs from October 13 to 15, is organised by the Miners Association of Nigeria in partnership with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and the VUKA Group.  

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