JUST IN: Lagos State Schools Reopen Monday September 14

JUST IN: Lagos State Schools Reopen Monday September 14

The Lagos State Government has directed schools across the state to prioritise safety, cleanliness and healthy practices as pupils, students and staff return on Monday, September 14, 2026, for the 2026/2027 academic session.

The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, gave the directive in a statement welcoming pupils, students, teachers, school administrators, non-teaching staff and other stakeholders back to school.

Alli-Balogun said the commencement of the new academic session presented another opportunity to strengthen learning, discipline, character development, innovation and excellence across schools in Lagos.

He congratulated parents, learners and education personnel for their commitment to the education sector and urged them to approach the new session with renewed enthusiasm and determination to achieve academic and personal success.

The commissioner, however, emphasised that the safety, health and well-being of every learner and staff member must remain a collective responsibility as public and private schools reopen.

He urged pupils and students to keep classrooms, toilets, laboratories, playgrounds and other school facilities clean at all times.

They were also advised to wash their hands regularly with soap and safe water, particularly before eating and after using the toilet, while avoiding littering and disposing of waste properly in designated bins.

The government further advised learners against sharing personal items, including drinking cups, cutlery and towels, which could facilitate the spread of infections.

Alli-Balogun also urged pupils and students to maintain good respiratory hygiene by covering their mouths and noses when coughing or sneezing.

Schools were advised to avoid unnecessary overcrowding and ensure good ventilation in classrooms and other enclosed spaces.

The government also called on learners to promptly report unsafe conditions, damaged facilities and health concerns to teachers or school authorities.

According to the commissioner, teachers, administrators and non-teaching staff are expected to lead by example by maintaining high standards of personal hygiene, environmental cleanliness and safety throughout school premises.

He also urged school authorities to ensure that water, sanitation and hygiene facilities are functional, while classrooms and frequently touched surfaces are cleaned regularly.

The government said the measures were aimed at ensuring that schools provide safe, clean, healthy, inclusive and conducive environments for learning throughout the 2026/2027 academic session.

Alli-Balogun urged the entire school community to work together towards a successful new academic year.

Also, the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Mrs Abisola Dokunmu-Adegbite, wished pupils, students, teachers, school administrators and non-teaching staff a safe, productive and successful academic session.