FG Closes 41 Unity Schools Over Rising Insecurity.

The Federal Government has directed the immediate closure of 41 Federal Unity Colleges across the country following increasing security concerns in various regions.

The instruction was contained in a circular dated November 21, 2025, issued by the Federal Ministry of Education and approved by the Minister of Education.

According to the circular, the move became necessary due to “recent security challenges” and the need to prevent any possible breaches in the affected schools.

The ministry ordered principals of the listed colleges to effect the closure at once, stressing the importance of complete adherence in every affected state.

The 41 schools are located in the North-West, North-East, North-Central and certain parts of the South.

The circular, which was signed by the Director of Senior Secondary Education, Hajia Abdulkadir, on behalf of the Minister, highlighted the government’s commitment to safeguarding both students and staff.

“In response to the recent security challenges in some parts of the country and the need to prevent any security breaches, the Honourable Minister of Education has approved the immediate closure of the listed Federal Unity Colleges (FUCs) with immediate effect. Principals of affected Colleges are to ensure strict compliance,” the statement read.