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The Kogi State Government says shutting down schools was a preventive measure based on credible intelligence, aiming to safeguard students and teachers.
The Commissioner for Information and Communications Kingsley Femi Fanwo, while speaking with newsmen,explained that the decision was not borne out of panic, but of responsibility, stressing that the government chose to act proactively rather than wait for avoidable incidents.
Fanwo stated that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has directed agencies to deploy necessary modalities and ensure safe resumption of academic activities.
The Commissioner praised security agencies for timely intelligence, assuring the public that the government is on top of the situation.
“Safety of our children and educational institutions remains non-negotiable.This administration will always prioritise lives while ensuring continuity in governance and education,” Fanwo said.
He reassured the people of Kogi State that the government is fully on top of the situation, adding that security agencies are already working round the clock to identify, locate, and decisively deal with criminal hideouts.