Gombe State Ministry of Education has issued a notice warning the public about a fake message circulating online about the closure of public schools in the state. According to the Ministry, the viral piece did not come from its office. The statement explained, “the piece is not from the Ministry as currently students are writing their end of term examinations in all public schools across the state.”
Parents, guardians and the general public have been urged to ignore any earlier message suggesting that the state government had ordered schools to close. The Ministry noted that students will continue their examinations and, as usual, will proceed for holidays after completing their papers.
The Ministry added that it regrets any inconvenience caused by the false alert. The Gombe State government also assured residents of their safety and security at all times. The statement was e-signed by Saidu Bappa Malala, Special Assistant Media to the Commissioner of Education.
