The Katsina State Hisbah Board has directed all private schools in the state to close for the duration of Ramadan, warning that non-compliance will attract consequences.
According to a circular dated February 27, 2025, and signed by the Commandant General of the board, Aminu Usman, the closure is in line with a government directive aimed at ensuring students fully observe the holy month of fasting.
“In accordance with the Katsina State Government’s directive, all private schools are required to close during the Ramadan period to allow pupils to fully observe the holy month,” the circular stated.
The directive extends to extra lessons, with the Hisbah Board urging school proprietors to comply strictly. “Non-compliance will not be tolerated,” the statement emphasized. The board further prayed, “May Allah accept our fast and grant us His blessings.”
The move mirrors a similar directive in Bauchi State, where the government recently ordered the closure of all schools, including private institutions, for five weeks. According to an official academic calendar, schools in Bauchi will remain closed from February 26 to April 5, encompassing Ramadan and the Salah celebrations.
While the Katsina and Bauchi State Governments stand firm on their decisions, the directive has sparked mixed reactions, with some expressing concerns over its impact on students’ academic progress.
