The Plateau State Universal Basic Education Board (PSUBEB) has announced the immediate closure of all basic schools across the state in response to emerging security concerns.
According to the directive, Government Junior Model Secondary Schools (GJMSSs) will shut down effective Saturday, 22 November 2025, while primary and day schools are to close from Monday, 24 November 2025.
PSUBEB said the decision underscores the urgent need for proactive measures to safeguard learners, stressing that the closure is temporary but necessary to prevent potential threats and reassure communities of the government’s commitment to student safety.
The Board called on Local Government Education Authorities, school administrators, and community leaders to fully comply with the directive and maintain high levels of vigilance.
The notice was signed by the Management of the Plateau State Universal Basic Education Board on 21 November 2025.
In a related announcement, the Director of the Quality Assurance Department, State Ministry of Education, issued an official notice directing all schools to close immediately following an urgent instruction from the Honourable Minister of Education. The Ministry cited a distressing security situation currently being addressed by authorities.
