03/02/2026
BREAKING: Governor Ododo Directs All Schools To Go On Compulsory Mid-term Break From Tomorrow 4th of February, 2026 Amid Security Concerns
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo in a sudden directive citing ongoing security issues, has mandated all schools in the state, public and private to commence a compulsory mid-term break starting tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
The announcement, conveyed through an urgent notice from the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) in Kogi State, emphasizes strict compliance and warns of severe consequences for non-adherence.
The statement, signed by PST. Reuben Jimoh, State Chairman of NAPPS, reads: “This is an important information and announcement from the Executive Governor of Kogi State. All schools in Kogi State must go on emergency midterm break tomorrow being 4th/02/2026. Don't announced resumption because we don't know yet what will happen before Monday. Pls strictly comply with this directive if not your approval will be revoke from you.”
It further clarifies: “This is still due to security issue.”
The directive comes as an emergency measure, with no specified resumption date provided. Authorities have advised school administrators against announcing any return dates, as the situation remains fluid and unpredictable ahead of Monday.
Parents and guardians are urged to monitor official channels for further updates on resumption. School proprietors have been instructed to adhere fully to avoid revocation of operating approvals.
