The Kogi State Government has announced the temporary closure of schools across the state as a preventive measure based on credible security intelligence aimed at protecting pupils, students and teachers.
In a message to members, the Chairman of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), Kogi State Chapter, Reuben Jimoh, said the government has brought forward the midterm break, which will now serve as an emergency lockdown until 16 February 2026.
Speaking to journalists in Lokoja on Tuesday, the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, said the decision was taken out of responsibility rather than panic, stressing that the government opted for proactive action to avert potential incidents.
“The safety of our children, teachers and educational institutions remains non-negotiable. This administration will always prioritise lives while ensuring continuity in governance and education,” Fanwo said.
He added that Governor Usman Ododo has directed all relevant agencies to put measures in place to ensure schools resume academic activities as soon as it is safe, with minimal disruption to the academic calendar.
Fanwo also praised security agencies for providing timely and actionable intelligence, describing it as evidence of the effectiveness of the state’s security framework.
He assured residents that the government remains in control of the situation, with security agencies working round the clock to identify and dismantle criminal hideouts across the state.