By Golok Nanmwa
Plateau State Government has directed the reopening of all public and private primary and secondary schools across the state from Monday, September 14, 2026, following precautionary measures introduced to contain the reported cases of suspected diphtheria infection.
The government said the resumption followed the temporary closure of schools on September 7 as part of efforts to assess the diphtheria situation and strengthen surveillance and response mechanisms in affected and potentially affected communities.
In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Rt. Hon. Joyce Lohya Ramnap, on Friday, the government said, “Following the implementation of precautionary and public health measures to contain the reported cases of suspected Diphtheria infection in some parts of the State, the Plateau State Government has directed the resumption of academic activities in all public and private primary and secondary schools across the state with effect from Monday, September 14, 2026.”
The government said, “The decision is taken in line with the administration’s commitment to safeguarding the health and wellbeing of pupils, students, teachers and other members of the school community while ensuring continuity in the education sector.”
