Anambra and Kogi States Resume Academic Activities as Mid Term Breaks and Emergency Closures Conclude Today

Students across Anambra and Kogi States are returning to their classrooms today, Monday, February 16, 2026, marking a significant transition in the current academic term. 

In Anambra, the Ministry of Education officially scheduled this week, from February 16 to February 20, as the designated mid term break for all public and private schools. 

This scheduled pause in the 2025/2026 academic calendar is intended to give students and teachers a much-needed rest before the final push toward the end of the term.

In Kogi State, today's resumption carries a more urgent tone as schools reopen following a sudden "emergency closure" that began in early February. The Kogi State government had abruptly brought forward the mid-term break, effectively placing schools under a temporary lockdown. 

While the authorities remained tight lipped about the specific reasons for the sudden closure at the time, the directive to resume on February 16 has been welcomed by parents and educators who were eager to get back to a regular learning schedule.

The resumption comes amidst a busy period for the Nigerian education sector, particularly for final-year secondary students. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board JAMB has reminded candidates that the 2026 UTME registration is entering its final stages, with the deadline for purchasing e-PINs set for later this month. 

For many students returning from break today, the focus will immediately shift toward intensive preparations for these high stakes national examinations.

Education officials in both states have urged parents and guardians to ensure that their children return to school promptly to avoid falling behind in the curriculum. 

In Anambra, specifically, the Commissioner for Education emphasized the importance of supervision during the break, noting that students should have completed all assigned academic work during their time away. The goal is to hit the ground running as schools move into the second half of the term's syllabus.

As academic activities kick back into gear, stakeholders are also keeping a close eye on the implementation of the 2026 education budget. 

With significant federal allocations earmarked for school feeding, scholarships, and security infrastructure in unity colleges, there is a growing expectation for improved learning environments. 

Today's resumption serves as a fresh start for thousands of learners, as they continue their journey toward academic excellence under the Always Ahead spirit of the new year.