The Niger State Government has approved the reopening of selected public and private schools across the state, effective Monday, January 12, 2026, following comprehensive security assessments and consultations with relevant security agencies.
The decision was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education and signed by the Commissioner, Hadiza Mohammed.
According to the statement, Governor Umaru Bago granted the approval as part of efforts to ensure the continuity of education while prioritising the safety of students, teachers, and school communities.
The government stressed that only schools located in areas assessed as safe and secure would be permitted to resume academic activities.
It also assured that adequate security would be provided in and around school premises through sustained collaboration with security agencies to guarantee a safe learning environment.
To ensure transparency and effective coordination, the ministry announced that an official list of approved public and private schools would be released on Monday, January 12, 2026.
Schools cleared to reopen are required to immediately register returning students and submit comprehensive enrolment data to the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education within one week of resumption.
The statement further directed Local Government Area chairmen to ensure full compliance with the directive and to provide the necessary support within their respective jurisdictions.
The Niger State Government expressed appreciation to parents, school administrators, and the general public for their patience and cooperation during the period of school closure, reiterating that the safety of students and teachers remains its top priority.
All stakeholders were urged to strictly comply with the guidelines in the collective interest of peace, safety, and sustainable educational development in the state.
