The Yendi Municipal Directorate of Education has announced the temporary closure of all schools within the municipality following the passing of the Overlord of Dagbon, Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II.
In a statement issued in consultation with the Northern Regional Directorate and in line with Dagbon custom, the Directorate said the closure will take effect from Monday, July 13, to Thursday, July 16, 2026.
“‘All schools within the Yendi Municipality will remain temporarily closed from Monday, 13th July to Thursday, 16th July 2026,’” the statement said.
The Directorate added that academic activities will resume on Friday, July 17, 2026.
“‘Academic activities are expected to resume on Friday, 17th July 2026,’” it stated.
The statement also extended condolences to the Royal Family, the people of Dagbon and the entire Northern Region.
“‘We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family, the people of Dagbon and the entire Northern Region, and pray for the peaceful repose of the soul of the late Overlord,’” the Directorate added.
