Edo govt postpones resumption date for primary, secondary schools in Edo Central

Iyamu, Education Commissioner

Edo State Ministry of Education has announced the postponement of resumption date for primary and secondary schools in the Edo Central.

In a press statement Monday, signed by Emmanuel Paddy lyamu, Commissioner for Education, the ministry informed the general public, particularly parents, school heads, and proprietors, that the resumption of all public and private schools in Edo Central Senatorial District for the Second Term of the 2025/2026 academic session has been postponed until further notice.

All schools in the state resumed a new term today, Monday 12, 2026.

Giving reasons for the shift in date, the statement said: “This is to enable us address some exigencies to improve the welfare of our children. The new date of resumption will be duly communicated to the public in due course.

“Parents, guardians, and all education stakeholders within Edo Central Senatorial District are kindly requested to take note of this development and comply accordingly.”