Nigerian Schools Must Be Ready To Undertake Self-Assessment Ahead Of Resumption – FG

The Federal Government has come out to give school owners in Nigeria up to July 29, 2020, to meet specific guidelines towards the reopening of schools at a future date.

Minister of State for Education, Hon. Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba revealed this today in Abuja.

According to him, after consulting widely in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health, Nigerian Centre for Disease Control, (NCDC), the Education in Emergencies Working Group, FG has developed and circulated guidelines for the reopening of schools that should be taken seriously.

He added that schools must be ready to undertake self-assessment and send feedback to state ministries of education as soon as possible.

His words, “Shools are to undertake self-assessment and send feedback to state ministries of education, not later than 29 July 2020.”

“Since Tuesday last week, we have consulted widely with stakeholders in the sector, including Commissioners of Education in all the states of the federation, the Association of Private School Owners of Nigeria,(APSON), National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools,(NAPPS), Provosts of Colleges of Education, Rectors of Polytechnics, Vice-Chancellors of universities, some state governors, and development partners.”

On WAEC, “We met with WAEC on Monday and have agreed to further consult with four other countries on new examination date.”

“We appreciate the concern shown by all stakeholders and note the divergent views expressed on the matter.

“Parents should be rest assured that the safety of our students and teachers is paramount as we work assiduously towards the speedy reopening of our schools for the exit classes to take external examinations.”