Education Sector Faces Disruptions as FG Shuts 47 Unity Colleges
In a major development affecting the education sector, the Federal Ministry of Education has ordered the immediate closure of forty-seven (47) Federal Unity Colleges across Nigeria. This decisive action follows growing security concerns in several regions, prompting the government to implement preventive measures to protect learners and staff.
The directive was issued on 21st December 2025 through an official circular signed by Hajia Binta Abdulkadir, Director of Senior Secondary Education, on behalf of the Honourable Minister of Education. The circular emphasized that the move is necessary to prevent potential security breaches that may endanger students, teachers, and school property.
Why the Schools Were Closed
According to the ministry, recent intelligence reports and developments in affected states necessitated a swift response. Many of the listed schools are located in areas that have witnessed rising threats such as banditry, kidnapping, and insurgent activity.
The closure is a proactive measure aimed at safeguarding lives while the Federal Government works with security agencies to stabilize the situation. Administrators were instructed to shut down operations immediately and ensure full compliance.
Complete List of the 47 Federal Unity Colleges Closed
The affected Unity Colleges span across northern and central Nigeria, covering secondary schools in Sokoto, Katsina, Kano, Zamfara, Kebbi, Niger, Kogi, Kaduna, Borno, Bauchi, Yobe, Adamawa, Taraba, Ekiti, and Ogun states.
Below is the full list as released by the ministry:
- FGGC Minjibir 28. FTC Ogugu
- FTC Ganduje 29. FGGC Bwari
- FGGC Zaria 30. FGC Rubochi
- FTC Kafanchan. 31. FGGC Abaji
- FGGC Bakori 32. FGGC Kazaure
- FTC Dayi 33. FGC Kiyawa
- FGC Daura. 34. FTC Hadeja
- FGGC Tambuwal 35. FGGC Potiskum
- FSC Sokoto 36. FGC Buni Yadi
- FTC Wurno 37. FTC Gashua
- FGC Gusau. 38. FTC Michika
- FGC Anka 39. FGC Ganye
- FGGGC Gwandu 40. FGC Azare
- FGC Birnin Yauri. 41. FTC Misau
- FTC Zuru 42. FGGC Bajoga
- FGGC Kazaure. 43. FGC Billiri
- FGC Kiyawa. 44. FTC Zambuk
- FTC Hadeja 45. FTC Ikare Akoko
- FGGC Bida 46. FTC Ijebu-Imusin
- FGC New-Bussa. 47. FTC Ushi Ekiti
- FTC Kuta-Shiroro
- FGA Suleja
- FGC Ilorin
- FGGC Omuaran
- FTC Gwanara
- FGC Ugwolawo
- FGGC Kabba
Government Assures Parents and Stakeholders
The Federal Ministry of Education has urged parents, guardians, and stakeholders not to panic, assuring them that the closure is temporary and strictly for safety purposes.
The ministry also noted that the government is actively engaging security authorities to restore normalcy in affected communities. Once the environment is deemed safe, the colleges will resume academic activities without delay.
Furthermore, the ministry emphasized its unwavering commitment to strengthening the education system and ensuring that students across Nigeria learn in secure and conducive environments.
What Happens Next?
Security agencies are expected to increase surveillance in affected states.
Schools will remain closed until official clearance is given.
Parents may receive additional guidance from individual school administrations.
The ministry is monitoring updates and may issue further directives.
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