The Federal Government has directed the immediate shutdown of 41 Federal Unity Colleges across the country following escalating security concerns in several regions.
The directive was issued through a circular dated November 21, 2025, from the Federal Ministry of Education and approved by the Minister of Education.
According to the circular, the decision became necessary due to recent security challenges and the need to avert any potential threat to students and staff in the affected schools.
Principals of the listed colleges have been instructed to enforce the closure without delay, with the Ministry stressing full compliance across all affected states. The schools span the North-West, North-East, North-Central, and parts of the South.
The document, signed by the Director of Senior Secondary Education, Hajia Abdulkadir, on behalf of the Minister, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to safeguarding the nation’s educational institutions.
The statement read: “Sequel 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.”
