•Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State
The Edo State government has ordered the immediate closure of three secondary schools in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area following intelligence reports of a planned kidnap attack targeting students.
Authorities said the decision was taken as a precautionary measure to safeguard students, teachers, and other school personnel amid growing security concerns in the area, reports The Guardian.
The affected schools have been directed to suspend academic activities pending further security assessments and the implementation of additional safety measures.
Government officials reassured parents and guardians that the temporary closure was necessary to prevent any security breach and ensure the safety of students.
Security agencies have reportedly been placed on alert and are working to investigate the threat while strengthening surveillance across vulnerable communities.
The state government urged residents to remain calm, vigilant, and cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information that could help prevent criminal activities.
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