Rivers Government Directs Public and Private Schools to Resume On August 5th

BY ERIC OLUSESAN 

Governor Nyesom Wike has approved the immediate re-opening of schools in the state for the purpose of allowing candidates in exit classes to revise with their teachers and write their exit examinations.

A statement signed by the Commissioner for Education, Prof Kaniye Ebeku said the governor hinged his decision after confirming the preparedness of schools in the to observe the Covid 19 protocols ahead of resumption.

“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,” Ebeku added.