Kwara Reopens Schools As Security Forces Intensify Operations Against Bandits

Schools across Kwara State are to be reopened from tomorrow Monday, February 2, 2026.

This is contained in a statement by the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe.

Dr. Olohungbebe said school authorities have been notified of the decision which came amid continuous security operations to neutralize all threats to the public, including schools.

The Commissioner said the government deems the situation now to be a lot better than it was.

He security operations continue steadily to sustain the gains of the past weeks while the government builds community resilience along with the kinetic efforts.

The govt reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety of students, teachers, and others.