The Edo State Government has postponed the resumption of all public and private schools in Edo Central Senatorial District, the grassroot constituency of Governor Monday Okpebholo.
The postponement may not be unconnected with rising insecurity in the area, which prompted recent violent protests in Ekpoma over incessant kidnappings.
Angry protesters vandalised the palace of the Onojie of Ekpoma and looted shops, an action that was strongly condemned by the government.
The Commissioner for Education, Dr. Paddy Iyamu, said the postponement is until further notice, to enable the government address some exigencies and improve the welfare of pupils.
“A new date of resumption will be duly communicated to the public in due course.
“Parents, guardians, and all education stakeholders within Edo Central Senatorial District are kindly requested to take note of this development and comply accordingly,” Iyamu said in a statement.