The Kano State Government has mandated that all private and voluntary schools in the state strictly adhere to the 2024/25 academic calendar issued by the Ministry of Education. In a statement released on Thursday by the Director of Special Duties, Mustapha Yahya, the government directed schools to remain closed until Sunday, April 6, 2025.
According to the statement, all primary and post-primary schools in the state were required to close on Friday, February 28, 2025, and will remain shut until the scheduled reopening date. The government warned that any school failing to comply with the directive would face sanctions.
“Schools that fail to comply with this directive will face appropriate penalties,” the statement read.
Yahya explained that the directive aligns with the state government’s policy under Governor Abba Yusuf, aimed at enhancing teaching and learning while ensuring balanced and sustainable school operations.
“This measure is to ensure improved teaching and learning while promoting balanced and sustainable growth in schools across the state,” the statement added.
The Ministry of Education reiterated its commitment to providing quality education and enforcing compliance with the approved academic calendar. The extended closure is part of efforts to streamline school operations and create a more effective learning environment for students.
