Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo of Anambra State has ordered the closure of schools in Nnewi following growing concerns over possible violence during the burial of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah.
According to reports, some criminal elements had earlier issued threats to disrupt the state if certain unresolved issues were not addressed before the burial.
Tensions heightened on Wednesday night when gunmen launched a vicious attack in Nnewi, killing several people and setting a vehicle ablaze.
The attack, which occurred around 7:30pm, caused widespread panic as residents fled for safety.
The burial is slated for Friday in Umuanuka village, Otolo Nnewi.
Meanwhile, in a bid to ensure safety, the state government issued a circular on Thursday through WhatsApp, directing school principals in the Nnewi zone to suspend classes until Tuesday next week.
Parents of day students were also urged to keep their children at home during this period.
“Good morning Parents, please the above information is from the Commissioner of Education, day students should not come to school till Tuesday next week.
“Good evening Noble Principals!!!
“I am directed to inform you to close all schools in Nnewi Zone on Thursday 21/11/2024 and Friday 22/11/2024.
“Please circulate this information on your school WhatsApp groups and inform parents of your students.
“Try your best to find proper channels of reaching these students so that they would not be found wandering on the streets with their school uniforms . Remain blessed and stay safe !!!”, the curcular reads.
