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Yobe govt shuts boarding secondary schools over insecurity

The Yobe State Government has directed the immediate closure of all boarding Secondary Schools in the state as a proactive measure to safeguard students.

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni’s Director-General, Press and Media Affairs, Mamman Mohammed, announced the closure via a statement issued on Saturday, November 22, 2025.

Mohammed said the decision was reached at the end of a security meeting held by the governor and security chiefs in the state.

Mohammed said the directive became imperative after a review of recent breach of security at some schools in Nigeria.

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The governor’s aide said Buni had called on the citizens to pray for leaders, security operatives, peace, and improved security in Yobe State and the country at large.

Mohammed quoted the Yobe State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education as saying that the closure was temporary, pending improvement of the situation.

He said the Principals of all the affected schools were directed to ensure full compliance.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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