Adamawa state government has directed public and private schools in the state to reopen on Oct. 12 after over six months of closure following the outbreak of coronavirus.
The state governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri gave the directive in Yola on Thursday in a statement signed and issued by his Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou.
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The governor, said he regretted the long closure of schools alongside other sectors of the economy due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“I am pleased to announce Monday October 12th as the date for resumption of academic activities from the Basic to Tertiary levels having wasted so much time.
“As a government we will not leave any stone unturned towards ensuring enforcement of the covid -19 protocols.” He stated.
He directed the Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development to meet with stakeholders in the sector to discuss modalities for the reopening.
He also directed school managers to observe the COVID-19 protocols and provide the necessary requirements needed for the safety of the students.
He cautioned parents to strictly adhere to the NCDC’s preventive measures in safeguarding their children and wards against the pandemic.
“Schools must ensure washing of hands at entry points, use of face mask and hand sanitizers as well as social distancing and proper hygiene as any institution or school found wanting, risk closure and sanctioning” he stated.
He called on parents to take interest in the health of their children and wards by assisting schools by providing the basic requirements needed for their children in the fight against the pandemic.
