Reports began circulating that the Katsina State Government had issued a directive affecting all public primary and secondary schools across the state. The alleged order raised concerns among parents, students and education stakeholders regarding safety and continuity of learning.
Claim: Katsina State Government has ordered the shutdown of all public primary and secondary schools in the state till further notice.
Verification
In November 2025, the Katsina State Government ordered the immediate, indefinite closure of all public primary and secondary schools, including day and boarding institutions, due to rising security concerns and banditry threats. The directive was confirmed by the state Commissioner for Secondary and Basic Education, Yusuf Suleiman Jibia. Credible media outlets, including NTA Network News, published the news.
Verdict: TRUE
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