The Plateau State Government has appealed to residents to remain calm following the sudden closure of schools across the state as part of precautionary steps to protect students and staff amid growing security concerns reported in other parts of the country.
The directive, issued on Friday, comes as several states continue to record incidents of student abductions, prompting heightened caution among education authorities.
In the notice jointly released by the State Ministry of Education and the Plateau State Universal Basic Education Board, Government Junior Model Secondary Schools were instructed to close from Saturday, November 22, 2025. The directive further mandated that all primary and day schools suspend activities from Monday, November 24, until further notice.
The ministry’s instruction also emphasized that no academic or administrative activities should take place in any affected school. Following the announcement, the Jos and Bukuru metropolis witnessed increased movement on Saturday, as parents hurried to pick up their children in response to the government’s order.
Authorities clarified that the decision was taken after reviewing reports of student kidnappings occurring in other states. According to officials, the move is a proactive effort aimed at preventing similar incidents and ensuring that safety remains a top priority for the government.
Commissioner for Information and Communication Joyce Ramnap urged parents, school administrators, and community leaders to comply fully with the directive. She warned against the circulation of unverified information, stressing that misleading reports could cause unnecessary panic within the state.
Ramnap assured residents that Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s administration is monitoring the situation closely and remains committed to maintaining peace and stability. She added that the public will be updated as developments unfold and reaffirmed that the government has the situation under control.
