The Nigerian government, through the Federal Ministry of Education, has debunked a viral social media message claiming that schools nationwide will shut down from November 24, 2025.
In a statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations, Folasade Boriowo, the ministry described the message as false, misleading, and not issued by any official government authority. It clarified that no such directive came from the Federal Government, the Ministry of Education, state governments, or any recognised security agency.
“The public is strongly advised to rely strictly on verified information issued through official government channels,” the statement read. The ministry urged Nigerians to confirm the authenticity of any advisory before sharing it, in order to curb the spread of misinformation.
The government further emphasized that announcements from unofficial or unverified sources should be ignored, warning that false information about school operations could create unnecessary panic among parents, students, and the general public.
The Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to transparent communication and assured Nigerians that any official decisions regarding schools would be communicated directly through authorised platforms.
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