Wike orders immediate resumption of Rivers Schools

Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has approved the re-opening of secondary schools in the state for the purpose of allowing candidates in exit classes only to return to school and revise with their teachers in preparation to write their exit examinations.

The governor gave the directive yesterday night, following satisfactory preparation for the re-opening of schools in Rivers State.

In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Education, Professor Kaniye Ebeku, Wike also directed that all affected teachers and students in both public and private schools should resume classes Wednesday.

He also advised that all COVID-19 protocols should be observed and kept by the schools.

“Accordingly, all affected teachers and candidates in both public and private schools are hereby directed to return to school with effect from Wednesday, 5th August, 2020.

“All responsible officers should please ensure the observance of extant COVID-19 Protocols in their schools,” he urged.