The decision by the four northern states of Kebbi, Katsina, Bauchi and Kano to close schools for the Ramadan period has continued to spark criticism with education stakeholders raising concerns over the impact on students. While the four states shut down schools for five weeks, Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State reduced the official working Read More
Four northern states closed schools for Ramadan, sparking criticism from education stakeholders concerned about the impact on students. The Sharia Council and other groups support extending closures to other states, citing student well-being and religious observance. Conversely, civil societies and Christian youths oppose the closures, arguing they infringe on rights and disrupt education.
