The Federal Government has announced the reopening of 47 Federal Unity Colleges, nearly one month after their closure over heightened security concerns in parts of the country.
The Ministry of Education confirmed the development in a statement issued by Boriowo Folasade, its Director of Press and Public Relations.
According to the ministry, the schools were reopened after security measures were strengthened within and around the affected campuses, allowing academic activities to resume safely.
“Students have returned to their schools without incident. Many are concluding their December academic programmes, while others have completed their examinations,” the statement said.
The ministry stressed that the decision reflects the government’s commitment to protecting students while ensuring continuity in education.
“The Federal Government remains resolute in safeguarding every Nigerian child and upholding their right to education in a safe and secure environment. Education remains a key pillar of our human capital development agenda, and this administration is determined to avoid disruptions to the academic calendar,” it added.
The safe return of students and the successful conduct of examinations in several colleges, the ministry noted, underscore the government’s determination to keep learning on track despite security challenges.
The 47 unity schools were shut in November following a series of violent attacks on schools, including mass abductions of students in Kebbi and Niger states. The closures were implemented as a precautionary measure while security assessments and protective actions were carried out.
The government says broader security reforms, including increased police recruitment and enhanced deployment of security personnel, are part of ongoing efforts to prevent a recurrence and ensure sustained safety in schools nationwide.
