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Ebonyi fixes September 7 for schools’ resumption
The Ebonyi State Government has announced Monday, September 7, 2026, as the official resumption date for schools across the state for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The State Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education disclosed this in a statement issued over the weekend by the Commissioner for Education (Primary and Secondary), Dr. Donatus Ilang.
The ministry said the resumption directive applies to all approved public, private and faith-based nursery, primary and secondary schools across the 13 Local Government Areas of Ebonyi State.
All affected schools are expected to commence academic activities on the announced date as the new session begins.
School administrators, teachers, and non-teaching staff are expected to report to their respective duties on Monday, September 7.
Boarding students are scheduled to return to their hostels on Sunday, September 6, 2026, to allow for adequate preparation.
Parents and guardians are urged to ensure their children and wards resume promptly and are appropriately outfitted according to official school standards.
Proprietors of private institutions must strictly align operations with the approved State School Calendar, national curriculum, and operational guidelines set by the Ministry.
Comprehensive monitoring teams from the Ministry will deploy across the state starting on day one of resumption to enforce total compliance with government directives.
Dr. Ilang reiterated that the administration of Governor Francis Nwifuru remains steadfast in its dedication to elevating educational standards in Ebonyi State, driven by the core tenets of the People’s Charter of Needs agenda.
The Ministry appeals to all stakeholders, educators, and community leaders for maximum cooperation to ensure a seamless and productive start to the new school term.
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