The Federal Ministry of Education has stepped forward to squash circulating rumors about a nationwide school closure scheduled for November 24, 2025. In a statement released on Saturday, the ministry labeled the viral social media messages as “false and misleading,” making it clear that no directive of this nature has been issued by the Federal Government, the Federal Ministry of Education, any State Ministry, or any recognized security agency.
Folasade Boriowo, the ministry’s spokesperson, advised Nigerians to stick to verified information from official sources. “Any announcement, advisory, or notice coming from unofficial or unverified sources should be ignored and not shared,” she stressed, urging the public to always confirm the authenticity of information before circulating it to curb the spread of misinformation.
The clarification follows a series of targeted safety measures in response to rising security threats. Just a day before, the Federal Government had ordered the temporary closure of 41 federal secondary schools in high-risk areas, particularly in Niger and Kebbi states, following a spate of abductions. Several state governments, including Kwara, Plateau, Katsina, and Niger, have also proactively shut down schools amid increasing security concerns. In Taraba State, Governor Agbu Kefas directed all public and private schools to immediately deboard students as a precautionary measure.
While the federal authorities maintain that there is no nationwide shutdown, the ministry emphasizes that only announcements from the Federal Government, State Governments, and authorized security agencies should be treated as credible. This move aims to reassure parents and guardians while promoting vigilance and responsible information sharing during times of heightened security alerts.