A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Ambassador Abayomi Nurain Mumuni, has suggested governors throughout the nation to speak selections to residents earlier than implementing them.
Mumuni made this declaration whereas reacting to the latest closure of public colleges in some states.
DAILY POST experiences that some northern states, together with Kano, Kebbi, Katsina, and Bauchi, have directed that every one colleges stay closed throughout Ramadan.
Our correspondent experiences that some stakeholders have opposed the closure, which has generated important controversy.
Mumuni, in his response, suggested state governors to offer clear and well timed data concerning the closure.
The APC chieftain, whereas talking, emphasised the significance of successfully speaking the explanations for the closure to the general public.
In a press release signed by his Media Aide, Rasheed Abubakar, a replica of which was made out there to DAILY POST on Friday, Mumuni acknowledged that satisfactory data might assist alleviate any confusion concerning the matter.
The APC chieftain mentioned, “I’m writing to deal with the latest faculty closures in some components of the northern states of Nigeria throughout Ramadan. It’s my understanding that the choice to quickly shut colleges has been made to accommodate youngsters in boarding sections who’re observing fasting throughout this holy month.
“Whereas I recognize the intention behind this determination, I imagine it’s important to speak the explanations for the closure extra successfully to the general public.
“Satisfactory data may also help alleviate any confusion and make sure that dad and mom, college students, and the broader neighborhood totally perceive the rationale for this brief closure.
“Many dad and mom could also be unaware of the challenges fasting poses for youngsters, particularly in a boarding faculty setting. The lack to correctly handle their every day actions whereas fasting can impression their well being and tutorial efficiency. Thus, the choice to prioritize the well-being of scholars is commendable.
“To foster higher understanding and neighborhood assist, I like to recommend that colleges or related authorities present clear and well timed data concerning the closure.”