The Zamfara State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has ordered the closure of two private schools in Gusau for violating operational guidelines and safety standards.
The affected schools are Dagama Academy, located along the Sokoto–Zaria bypass, and Farida Global Academy, situated at Unguwar Gwaza.
A statement by the Ministry’s Public Relations Officer, Bashir Abashiya, said the decision followed the schools’ failure to meet approved standards, including the improper use of their premises for both academic and residential purposes and poor relations with host communities.
According to the statement, the Department of Private Schools, in collaboration with security agencies, has been directed to seal the premises immediately.
The Ministry also instructed the management of both schools to return all official documents issued to them by the government within 48 hours.
It reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring safety, quality, and full compliance with education regulations across the state.
