Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has ordered the immediate shutdown of all primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions, including federal and privately owned schools, following heightened security threats across the state.
Mohammed said the decision was reached after extensive consultations and a careful review of rising risks to students, teachers, and school communities.
He noted that while the directive may cause inconvenience, protecting children remains a “moral responsibility” the government will not compromise.
Our children deserve to learn in an environment that is safe, stable, and free of fear,” he said.
The governor added that the state is working with security agencies to tackle the threats and restore normal academic activities as soon as safety is assured.
He urged parents, guardians, school owners, and other stakeholders to remain calm and cooperate with authorities, stressing that vigilance from the public is critical.
If you see something, say something. Timely information is crucial to safeguarding our communities,” Mohammed said.
Bauchi adds to the list of states that have shut down schools over the security situation in the country.
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