The Bauchi State Ministry of Education has announced the resumption date for schools following a five-week break for Ramadan.
In a statement released on Thursday by the ministry’s Information and Public Relations Officer, Jalaludeen Usman, parents and guardians were informed that both day and boarding schools will resume on Sunday, April 6, to continue the second term.
The statement read, “The Honourable Commissioner for Education, Dr. Lawal Mohammed Rimin Zayam, wishes to remind parents and guardians that the resumption date for the continuation of the second term is Sunday, April 6, for both day and boarding schools in Bauchi State.”
“As education remains a top priority for the Bauchi State Government under the leadership of Governor Bala Mohammed, the Ministry of Education is committed to ensuring the success of all students,” the statement continued. “In line with this commitment, the ministry will soon begin JAMB CBT training for all students sponsored by the state, empowering them to excel in all examinations funded by the Bauchi State Government.”
The ministry also emphasized that late resumption will not be tolerated.
“Parents and guardians are advised to ensure their wards resume on the stipulated date to avoid any disruptions to their academic progress,” the statement concluded.
Schools had originally closed on March 1, 2025, for the Ramadan break, as outlined in the 2024–2025 academic calendar. However, the extended closure sparked criticism from religious groups and civil society organizations, who raised concerns about its potential impact on the education system.
