The Federal Government has directed the immediate closure of forty-seven (47) Federal Unity Colleges across the country following rising security concerns in multiple regions. The directive, issued by the Federal Ministry of Education, is aimed at safeguarding students and staff amid escalating threats.
The closure order was contained in an official circular dated December 21, 2025, from the Office of the Director, Senior Secondary Education Department, Federal Secretariat, Abuja. The letter, addressed to all principals of Federal Unity Colleges, stated that the Honourable Minister of Education approved the shutdown in response to heightened insecurity and the urgent need to prevent potential breaches in affected areas.
According to the circular, the decision became necessary “sequel to the recent security challenges in some parts of the country and the need to prevent any security breaches.”
The move has triggered nationwide concern among parents and stakeholders, many of whom are seeking clarity on evacuation procedures, remote learning arrangements, and timelines for reopening. Education authorities, however, say additional guidelines will be issued in due course.
Full List of the 47 Federal Unity Colleges Ordered to Close Immediately:
FGGC Minjibir
FTC Ganduje
FGGC Zaria
FTC Kafanchan
FGGC Bakori
FTC Dayi
FGC Daura
FGGC Tambuwal
FSC Sokoto
FTC Wurno
FGC Gusau
FGC Anka
FGGC Gwandu
FGC Birnin Yauri
FTC Zuru
FGGC Kazaure
FGC Kiyawa
FTC Hadeja
FGGC Bida
FGC New-Bussa
FTC Kuta-Shiroro
FGA Suleja
FGC Ilorin
FGGC Omuaran
FTC Gwanara
FGC Ugwolawo
FGGC Kabba
FTC Ogugu
FGGC Bwari
FGC Rubochi
FGGC Abaji
FGGC Kazaure
FGC Kiyawa
FTC Hadejia
FGGC Potiskum
FGC Buni Yadi
FTC Gashua
FTC Michika
FGC Ganye
FGC Azare
FTC Misau
FGGC Bajoga
FGC Billiri
FTC Zambuk
FTC Ikare Akoko
FTC Ijebu-Imusin
FTC Ushi Ekiti
The Ministry has assured the public that it was working closely with security agencies to monitor developments and ensure the safe reopening of the affected schools as soon as conditions permit.