Gov. Akeredolu Shuts Down Schools In Ondo Over Escalating #EndSARS Protest—-Ondo state Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has issued a directive, ordering the immediate closure of all schools across the state from tomorrow 21st October 2020.
In a statement issued by the State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Femi Agagu, the governor gave the reason for his order to be the continued protests by youths under the umbrellas of the End SARS campaign.
His order tallies with the recent requests of parents in the state, urging the government to close all schools for the safety of the children.
The Education Commissioner said:
“Mr Governor has directed that all schools that resumed on Monday 19th October 2020 be closed for the meantime from tomorrow 21st October 2020 because of the engulfing nationwide protest and the need to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
He added that parents and the public are to note the directive and all schools are to comply immediately.
“Any inconvenience is regretted, while the State Government would ensure the resumption of our schools as soon as possible.”
