By John Ikani
Kaduna State Government on Friday postponed resumption dates of both Primary and Secondary schools in the state, earlier scheduled to resume academic activities Aug. 9.
The postponement was contained in a statement jointly signed by the Commissioner for Education, Dr Shehu Muhammad and that of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr Samuel Aruwan.
It explained that the development became necessary following advise by security agencies, adding that military operations are continuing while infrastructure projects are in high-risk areas.
“New dates for school resumption will be announced, based on further security assessments.
”While wishing the military and security agencies resounding success against the bandits, Kaduna government appeals for the understanding of all residents over any inconvenience caused by the postponement”, it said.
Kaduna is one of the states most affected by banditry. Hundreds of people including students have been kidnapped for ransom in the state in recent months.
