Federal Government Takes Drastic Security Measures
The Bola Tinubu administration has mandated the immediate shutdown of 41 Federal Unity Colleges across Nigeria due to escalating security challenges. This decisive action comes in response to recent security threats that have raised concerns about the safety of students in educational institutions.
The directive was officially communicated through a circular dated Friday, November 21, 2025, issued by the federal ministry of education. According to the document, Education Minister Tunji Alausa authorized the closure following careful assessment of the security situation in various parts of the country.
Immediate Implementation Ordered
The circular, signed by Director of Senior Secondary Education Binta Abdulkadir, requires principals of the affected institutions to "suspend academic activities and release students with immediate effect." This urgent measure aims to prevent potential security breaches and ensure student safety.
Most of the schools affected by this directive are located in northern Nigeria, where security challenges have been particularly pronounced. The decision follows two mass abductions of schoolchildren in Kebbi and Niger states that occurred recently, highlighting the vulnerability of educational institutions.
Complete List of Affected Institutions
The federal government has released the comprehensive list of unity colleges ordered to close:
- FGGC Minjibir
- FGGC Zaria
- FTC Kafancha
- FGGC Bakori
- FTC Dayi
- FGC Daura
- FGGC Tambuwal
- FSC Sokoto
- FTC Wurno
- FGC Gusau
- FGC Anka
- FGGC Gwandu
- FGA Suleja
- FTC Ganduje
- FGGC Kazaure
- FGC Kiyawa
- FGC Birnin Yauri
- FTC Zuru
- FTC Hadejia
- FGGC Bida
- FGC New Bussa
- FGGC Omu-Aran
- FTC Gwanara
- FGC Ugwolawo
- FGGC Kabba
- FTC Ogugu
- FGGC Bwari
- FTC Kuta-Shiroro
- FGC Ilorin
- FGC Rubochi
- FGGC Abaji
- FGGC Potiskum
- FGC Buni Yadi
- FGC Ganye
- FGC Azare
- FTC Gashau
- FTC Michika
- FTC Misau
- FGGC Bajoga
- FGC Billiri
- FTC Zambuk
The closure affects thousands of students and their families, with the government emphasizing that the measure is temporary and necessary for security reasons. Parents and guardians have been advised to make arrangements for their children's safe return home while the security situation is being addressed.
This development represents one of the most significant educational disruptions in recent times and underscores the ongoing security challenges facing Nigeria's educational system. The government has assured the public that security agencies are working to normalize the situation in affected areas.
