The Kebbi State Government has said schools closed in communities affected by banditry will remain shut until security improves.
The government said the decision, taken about seven months ago, was based solely on security considerations and would not be reversed until the safety of students and teachers can be guaranteed.
This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Communication and Strategy, Abdullahi Idris
“The affected schools will remain closed until the security situation permits their safe reopening. We will not compromise the lives of our students and teachers under any circumstances,” the statement said.
The government also warned against politicising security issues.
