Lagos government grants full reopening of Schools

The Lagos State Government has approved October 19th for the full resumption of all remaining classes in both public and private schools in the state. 

This was disclose in a statement released today October 12, by the state Commissioner for Education, Folasade Adefisayo.

According to the commissioner physical resumption for the 2020/2021 academic session would include pupils in pre-primary classes particularly those in daycare, kindergarten, and nursery schools. 

"The physical resumption which is for 2020/2021 academic session will now include pupils in pre-primary i.e, daycare, kindergarten and nursery schools. 

"All public and private schools are strongly advised to put safety first by adhering to the COVID-19 safety protocols and hygiene guidelines as instructed by the State Government through the Ministry of Education. 

"The Office of Education Quality Assurance will continue to monitor and evaluate schools preparedness. 

"The necessary resumption protocols must be adhered to and cleared satisfactory by the OEQA."