Abubakar Sani, a headmaster in Gwashi, Zamfara State, faces continual disruption due to escalating bandit activities in Northwest Nigeria. Initially, bandits raided without violence, but soon began kidnapping and demanding ransoms, leading to widespread fear. This forced the closure of schools, stripping children of their educational opportunities. Source
In Zamfara, over 60 schools remain closed due to bandit fears, exacerbating the state’s existing educational challenges. This surge in insecurity has resulted in significant decreases in school enrolment, leaving children vulnerable and uneducated. Governments must urgently enhance school safety measures to prevent further erosion of education. Could improving security revive education in conflict zones like Zamfara? Join the conversation.
One problem we are having in Nigeria is that our government don’t take education serious in Nigeria and more so adequate security
Already the situation is bad, but a genuine security action could stop it from becoming worse
This is not balanced as we know how bad the Situation of insecurity is, but once we gain security all this will be Taken care of