The Kwara State Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development has officially directed all public and private primary and secondary schools across Kwara State to resume academic activities for the third term on Monday, April 20, 2026, following the conclusion of a three-week holiday.
The announcement, contained in a statement issued by the ministry’s Press Secretary, Peter Amogbonjaye, was the outcome of consultations with key stakeholders aimed at ensuring alignment with the state’s academic calendar and broader education policy objectives.
Speaking at the ministry’s headquarters in Ilorin, the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr Lawal Olohungbebe, said the resumption date reflects a consensus reached after extensive engagement with relevant actors in the education sector.
According to findings by The Nigeria Education News, the coordinated resumption is part of ongoing efforts by the state government to maintain stability in the academic calendar while strengthening institutional efficiency across both public and private schools.
Dr Olohungbebe commended teachers and non-teaching staff for their sustained commitment, noting that their contributions have significantly influenced the improved learning outcomes currently being recorded in public schools across the state.
He further attributed recent progress in the sector to the policy direction and sustained investment of the administration of AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, describing the gains as a product of consistent reforms and collaborative governance.
Education stakeholders within the state have observed that the government’s approach—anchored on policy continuity, infrastructural investment, and human capital development—has contributed to measurable improvements in teaching quality and student performance.
The commissioner emphasized the need for continued collaboration among all stakeholders, including school administrators, teachers, parents, and policymakers, to consolidate existing gains and further enhance the quality of education delivery.
He stressed that both teaching and non-teaching staff remain central to achieving long-term educational goals, urging them to sustain their dedication and support for government initiatives.
Students were also advised to return to school with renewed focus and discipline, as the third term often represents a critical academic period marked by examinations and promotion assessments.
As schools prepare to reopen across Kwara State, education authorities have reiterated their commitment to ensuring a smooth and productive academic term, with expectations high for continued progress in learning outcomes and institutional performance.
