Nigeria, Nov. 22 -- The Plateau Universal Basic Education Board has ordered the immediate closure of all primary and junior secondary schools across the state following fresh security concerns.

The directive was issued in a statement in Jos by the board's public relations officer, Richard Jonah, and circulated through the News Agency of Nigeria.

The board said the measure was taken to protect pupils and staff.

It noted that the situation required swift preventive action.

According to the statement, "all Government Junior Model Secondary Schools will close effective Saturday November 22, while all Primary and Day Schools will close effective Monday November 24." The board added that the closure was temporary and aimed at safeguarding l...