The Edo State Government has announced an indefinite delay in the resumption of all schools in the state due to the recent increase in fuel prices.
This decision was communicated in a memo issued by Ojo Akin-Longe, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, in Benin on Saturday.
The memo stated that the resumption date, originally set for September 9, has been postponed until further notice.
Read Also: How Anenih’s State Burial Caused My Friction With Oshiomhole – Obaseki
“The Edo State Government hereby announces the postponement of the resumption of all public and private schools in Edo State, originally scheduled for Monday, 9th September 2024, until further notice.
“An official statement from the government has directed that schools remain closed due to the tension arising from the recent increase in fuel prices and the challenges faced by parents and guardians.
“The government urges parents, guardians, and caregivers to monitor the activities of their children and wards closely, given the current situation and the rising tension caused by the fuel price hike,” Akin-Longe said.
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaihFajBadmT29ufud2Z
