The Kano State Government has announced Sunday, March 1, 2026, as the commencement date for the Eid al-Fitr holiday for all public and private primary and post-primary schools across the state.
The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Kano State Ministry of Education, Musbahu Aminu Yakasai.
According to the statement, the holiday aligns with the approved 2025/2026 academic calendar, which indicates that the second term will end on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
“All day and boarding schools across Kano State will commence their Sallah break from March 1. Parents and guardians are advised to ensure that pupils in boarding schools are conveyed home by the early hours of Friday, February 27, to facilitate a smooth transition into the holiday,” the statement read.
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The government further stated that boarding school pupils and students are expected to resume on Sunday, March 22, while day students will resume on Monday, March 23, 2026.
It added that the new academic term will run from March 22 and end on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Schools have been directed to comply strictly with the approved resumption schedule, warning that any deviation would be considered a breach of the state government’s directive.
The State Commissioner for Education, Ali Makoda, called on parents, guardians, and school authorities to adhere fully to the outlined schedule to ensure a seamless academic calendar.
Makoda appreciated the continued support of parents and residents, while wishing pupils and students a successful Ramadan period and a peaceful Eid celebration.