Schools across Bauchi State are scheduled to resume on January 4, 2026, following an announcement by the state government.
Amid heightened insecurity, including reported attacks on schools and growing safety concerns in parts of the country, the schools were shut in November, prompting authorities to suspend academic activities to protect students and staff.
Muhammed Lawal, commissioner for education, said this in a statement in Bauchi on Wednesday.
He said the measure was a sequel to a significant improvement in the security situation, noting that critical stakeholders, including principals, education managers and private school proprietors, approved the school reopening.
He said:
“The state governor has approved the reopening of all basic, senior secondary and tertiary institutions in the state with effect from January 4, 2026″.
Mr Lawal stated that examinations scheduled prior to the closure would be held during the first week of resumption, followed by other academic activities.
He said the state government also approved the reopening of three Unity Colleges in line with a directive of the Federal Ministry of Education.
He added,
“Parents have been called upon to ensure the timely return of their children to school, as the government intensifies proactive security measures to safeguard students, teachers and non-teaching staff across all institutions.”
