The Nasarawa State Government has ordered for the immediate closure of both public and private schools across the state over security threats.
State commissioner for education, Fatu Jimaita Sabo, disclosed this while briefing journalists shortly after the council meeting, on Wednesday, in Lafia the state capital.
She said that, after the Council had reviewed the current security situation in the state and the country, especially regarding the security threats in the FCT, the state government decided to close both public and private schools in the state with immediate effect.
Sabo said, it has become necessary considering the proximity of the state to the FCT, as well as the resolve of the government to ensure that schools in Nasarawa State, operate within a safe environment.
She however explained that the directive excludes the exit classes that are already writing their final examinations, especially in secondary schools.
However, she appealed to parents not to panic, adding that Nasarawa State is safe but the decision was taken as a proactive step to safeguard the lives of both pupils and students across the state.
Hajiya Sabo equally appealed to principals and heads of respective schools, to ensure that, the schools are closed in an orderly manner, especially there is no threat to any life or property presently in Nasarawa state.
