“Which States Are Delaying School Resumption? Find Out Here!”

Babatunji Wusu –

As the start of the 2024/2025 academic year approaches, several Nigerian states have announced changes to their school resumption dates, beginning with Kano State.

Originally, schools were slated to resume on Monday, September 9. However, in Kano State, this has been postponed. The Director of Public Enlightenment at the Ministry of Education, Balarabe Kiru, confirmed this delay in a statement released last Saturday. Kiru explained that the Kano State Commissioner for Education, Umar Doguwa, will soon announce a revised resumption date. “I wish to inform pupils, students, and parents that the previously scheduled resumption dates of September 8 and 9, 2024, have been postponed,” Kiru said. “This decision is based on urgent reasons aimed at improving the learning environment for our children. A new resumption date will be communicated shortly.”

In contrast, the Edo State government cited the recent increase in petrol prices as the primary reason for its decision. The state’s statement on Saturday noted that the hike in fuel prices has led to significant challenges for parents and guardians, creating tension across the state. Consequently, all schools in Edo State have been instructed to remain closed. Permanent Secretary of the Education Ministry, Ojo Akin-Longe, advised, “The government urges parents, guardians, and caregivers to closely monitor their children and wards, considering the current situation and the rising tension due to the fuel price increase.”

Similarly, Abia State has also postponed the start of the 2024/2025 academic session for both public and private schools. Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, announced this decision during a press briefing following the Executive Council meeting in Umuahia. Kanu attributed the rescheduling to coincide with a Muslim holiday, which necessitated the delay.

As these states adjust their school calendars, families and students should stay tuned for further updates and be prepared for the revised schedules.