The Lagos State Government has directed all private schools in the state to reopen for activities from Monday, 26th October.
A letter to that effect was presented to the association of Lagos State private schools proprietors by the Honourable Commissioner, Lagos State Ministry of Education.
An earlier report by Mr Gboyega Akosile had directed that public schools remained shut till further notice.
Read the statement on Lagos Private Schools reopening
The statement read, “It is a pleasure to inform you that our Hon. Commissioner has given approval to the resumption of schools on Monday, October 26, 2020.
“Members are to abide by the curfew requirements and any other directives of Lagos State Governor relating curfew and #ENDSARS protests.
We must equally study security situations in areas where we operate, be sensitive to any sign of disturbance, and adhere strictly to COVID-19 Protocols.
“To justify the kind gestures of the Commissioner, we must pay attention to the safety of our learners, staff, and parents of our schools.”
The order by Governor Sanwo-Olu for Lagos private schools to reopen is coming after Private and public schools in the state were shut on Monday over safety concerns following outbreak of violence during the #ENDSARS protests.