As schools resumed for the second term across Delta State on Monday, January 5, 2026, a visit by our correspondent to selected schools in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State, revealed a generally low turnout of students, despite full attendance by teachers.
At Nana College, Warri, the Principal, Mrs. Bridget Madamiedon, confirmed that while teachers reported fully for duty, student turnout was minimal on the first day of resumption. She expressed optimism that attendance would improve as the week progresses.
A JSS1 student of the school, Mirable Andrew, who was eager to return home, disclosed that she was the only student present in her class, making it impossible for academic activities to commence.
Similarly, at Uwangue College, the Head Teacher, Mrs. Flora Ogbeni, attributed the low turnout of pupils to the lingering festive mood, noting that many students were yet to fully return from the Christmas and New Year holidays. She expressed confidence that attendance would significantly improve by Thursday, especially with the scheduled resumption tests.
At Ighogbado Secondary School, the Principal, Mrs. Edirin Ajayi, disclosed that although all teachers were present and ready to begin lessons, only about ten per cent of the student population resumed on the first day.
“Teachers are fully on ground and waiting for students to resume. Unfortunately, only about ten per cent of the learners turned up today,” she said.
Mrs. Ajayi explained that the few students present were engaged in general cleaning and clearing of overgrown weeds within the school premises under the supervision of teachers before limited academic activities commenced. She appealed to parents and guardians to ensure their children resume promptly, stressing that teaching and learning begin immediately after resumption.
At Olodi Primary School, the Headmistress, Mrs. Mary Omologe, also confirmed that while teachers were fully present, less than forty per cent of pupils resumed for the second term. She attributed the situation to extended travels during the festive period.
“Most pupils are yet to return from wherever they travelled to for the New Year celebrations,” she explained.
Mrs. Omologe, however, expressed optimism that full attendance would be achieved before the commencement of resumption tests. She also appealed to the Delta State Government to provide adequate security for the school to protect its facilities from vandalism.
Similar low student turnout was observed in other schools visited within Warri South Local Government Area, as school authorities continued to encourage parents to ensure timely resumption for effective teaching and learning.
