The Adamawa State Government has ordered the immediate deboarding of all public and private boarding schools. These schools will now operate strictly as day schools. This directive comes amidst escalating security concerns across the nation.
Dr. Umar Pella, the state Commissioner for Education and Human Development, confirmed this development. He released an official statement regarding the decision on Saturday.
The directive was issued under the authority of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri. It is a direct response to recent student abductions that occurred in Niger and Kebbi states.
Dr. Pella highlighted the country’s current security challenges. He noted with concern that “evil perpetrators” frequently target boarding secondary schools.
Given this grave situation, Governor Fintiri mandated the deboarding. This applies to all public and private boarding schools across Adamawa State. They are to function solely as day schools for the foreseeable future. Principals and proprietors of these institutions must comply with this directive without delay.
Adamawa now joins several other Nigerian states that have taken similar precautionary measures. Kwara, Plateau, Katsina, and Niger states have previously closed their boarding schools due to rising insecurity. Additionally, Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas recently issued a similar order for schools within his state.
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