The Katsina State Government has directed the immediate closure of all schools across the state following the recent abduction of schoolgirls in Kebbi and Niger States.
The directive was announced in a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the Katsina State Ministry of Basic and Secondary School Education, Sani Danjuma, on Friday, November 21, 2025.
Danjuma said the precautionary measure was in line with the present administration’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the lives of students, teachers, and other staff members, as well as strengthening existing security mechanisms already in place.
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He stated: “The directive, issued by the Hon. Commissioner, Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Yusuf Suleiman-Jibiya, applies to all public, private and community schools operating within the state.
“The ministry acknowledges the inconvenience this may cause to parents, guardians and school managers as well as the students.”
He added that the ministry would continue to monitor the situation closely in collaboration with relevant authorities and would communicate further directives as necessary.
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