FG orders closure of 47 Federal Unity Colleges nationwide over rising security concerns, directing immediate evacuation of students and staff.
In a decisive move aimed at safeguarding students and staff, the Federal Government has ordered the immediate shutdown of 47 Federal Unity Colleges across the country following rising security concerns in several regions.
The directive, issued on Friday, comes as part of enhanced national security measures after intelligence reports indicated potential threats to learning environments in various states. The Ministry of Education stated that the decision, though difficult, was taken to prevent risks to students’ lives and ensure a safe academic environment nationwide.
According to the Ministry, the affected schools span multiple geopolitical zones, particularly areas experiencing increased security volatility. Parents and guardians have been urged to promptly evacuate their children and await further communication on when schools will reopen.
Below is the complete list of the 47 Unity Colleges affected by the closure order:
- FGGC Minjibir
- FTC Ganduje
- FGGC Zaria
- FTC Kafanchan
- FGGC Bakori
- FTC Dayi
- FGC Daura
- FGGC Tambuwal
- FSC Sokoto
- FTC Wurno
- FGC Gusau
- FGC Anka
- FGGC Gwandu
- FGC Birnin Yauri
- FTC Zuru
- FGGC Kazaure
- FGC Kiyawa
- FTC Hadejia
- FGGC Bida
- FGC New-Bussa
- FTC Kuta-Shiroro
- FGA Suleja
- FGC Ilorin
- FGGC Omu-Aran
- FTC Gwanara
- FGC Ugwolawo
- FGGC Kabba
- FTC Ogugu
- FGGC Bwari
- FGC Rubochi
- FGGC Abaji
- FGGC Kazaure
- FGC Kiyawa
- FTC Hadejia
- FGGC Potiskum
- FGC Buni Yadi
- FTC Gashua
- FTC Michika
- FGC Ganye
- FGC Azare
- FTC Misau
- FGGC Bajoga
- FGC Billiri
- FTC Zambuk
- FTC Ikare Akoko
- FTC Ijebu-Imusin
- FTC Ushi Ekiti
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As the nation continues to grapple with rising insecurity, the Federal Government emphasized that the safety of students remains a top priority. Authorities are currently working with security agencies to assess risks and determine appropriate next steps before academic activities resume.