The Bauchi State government has set January 4, 2026, as the date for the reopening of schools.

The schools were shut in November due to insecurity and attacks on schools in some states.

Muhammed Lawal, commissioner for education, said this in a statement in Bauchi on Wednesday.

He said the measure was a sequel to a significant improvement in the security situation, noting that critical stakeholders, including principals, education managers and private school proprietors, approved the school reopening.

“The state governor has approved the reopening of all basic, senior secondary and tertiary institutions in the state with effect from January 4, 2026,” he said.

Mr Lawal said examinations scheduled before the closure would be held in the first week of resumption, followed by other academic activities.

He said the state government also approved the reopening of three Unity Colleges in line with a directive of the Federal Ministry of Education.

He urged parents to ensure their children return to school promptly, adding the government has adopted proactive security measures to protect students, teachers and non-teaching staff across all institutions.

(NAN)