Sh*ck Closure: Edo Authorities Seal Three Schools, Reveal Reasons

The Edo State Government has announced the immediate closure of three schools in Akoko Edo Local Government Area due to security concerns.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The affected institutions include Ososo Grammar School, Ososo; Ososo Comprehensive High School, Ososo; and Makeke Secondary School, Makeke. The shutdown will remain in effect until further notice.

In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, Dr. Patrick Akhere Ebojele, the government said the decision was taken to ensure the safety of students, teachers, and other school personnel.

According to the statement, all academic and non-academic activities in the affected schools have been suspended with immediate effect.

However, students currently participating in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) will still be allowed access to their examination centres under strict security supervision. The arrangement will be jointly managed by school authorities, security agencies, and community leaders.

The government directed principals of the affected schools to ensure the safe release of students to their parents and guardians in an orderly manner. They were also instructed to secure all school property and facilities during the period of closure.

In addition, school heads were told to maintain constant communication with the state government, the Chief Inspector of Education, and relevant security agencies.

The government urged parents, guardians, and residents of the affected communities to remain calm and cooperate with security operatives as efforts continue to restore peace and stability.

It assured the public that measures were being put in place to address the situation and resume normal academic activities as soon as conditions improve.