FG Debunks Viral Fake Message Claiming Nationwide School Closure on November 24, 2025
The Federal Ministry of Education has dismissed a viral social media message claiming that all schools across Nigeria will shut down from November 24, 2025, describing it as completely false and misleading.
The Ministry issued this clarification to protect students, parents, and school administrators from misinformation that has been circulating widely on social media platforms and chat groups.
A Fake Message Sparks Fear — But Officials Say “Ignore It”
The viral post alleges that a nationwide school closure will begin on November 24, 2025. According to the Ministry, this claim did not originate from any government office, security agency, or authorised education body.
Officials warn that the message has created unnecessary anxiety among students, parents, and teachers — despite having no basis in any government directive or policy.
What the Fake Message Claimed
The false message told the public that:
- All schools across the country would close starting 24 November 2025.
- The information supposedly came from government authorities.
But the Ministry has confirmed that:
- There is no official order for school closure.
- No government decision supporting such a claim exists.
- The message is part of a misinformation trend designed to mislead the public.
Who Did Not Issue the Message
The Ministry emphasised that the viral notice did not come from:
- The Federal Government
- The Federal Ministry of Education
- Any State Government or State Ministry of Education
- Any recognised security agency
Any school-closure information not issued by these bodies, the Ministry stresses, should be treated as false and ignored.
Where Nigerians Should Get Verified School Information
Parents and students are urged to rely solely on official channels for accurate updates, including:
- Federal Government announcements
- Statements from the Federal Ministry of Education
- Notices from State Governments and State Ministries of Education
- Updates from recognised security agencies
The Ministry reminds the public that authentic school-closure notices will never originate from random social media posts, forwarded messages, or unverified chat groups.
How the Public Should Respond to Fake School-Closure Posts
To help limit the spread of misinformation, the Ministry advises Nigerians to:
- Ignore any unverified school-closure message
- Avoid sharing screenshots, voice notes, or forwarded posts that look suspicious
- Wait for official statements from authorised government bodies
- Verify information before reposting to prevent public panic
By following these steps, families can help stop the viral spread of false information that may disrupt academic activities.
Key Takeaway for Students and Families
The message claiming that schools will close on 24 November 2025 is fake. It did not originate from the Federal Government, the Federal Ministry of Education, any State Ministry of Education, or any recognised security agency.
Students, parents, and educators are advised to trust only verified notices from official channels and avoid sharing unconfirmed posts. When unsure, the Ministry says, pause, verify, and wait for an official announcement.
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