The Federal Government has dismissed as false and misleading reports circulating on social media alleging that the Federal Government Girls’ College (FGGC), Monguno, Borno State, was attacked, assuring parents and guardians that all students and staff are safe.

The Director of Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education, Mrs Folasade Boriowo, in a statement on Monday, described the report as “entirely false, irresponsible and capable of causing unnecessary panic, fear and anxiety among parents, guardians and the general public.”

The Ministry stated unequivocally that there was no attack on FGGC, Monguno, stressing that the school remains safe and secure, with all students, staff and boarding facilities fully protected and accounted for.

According to the statement, academic, boarding and other school activities are continuing without disruption in a peaceful environment.

The statement further noted that the Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, reaffirmed that the safety, security and welfare of learners in all Federal Government Colleges remain a top priority of the Federal Government.

He noted that FGGC, Monguno, operates under robust security arrangements designed to ensure the continuous protection of students, staff and school facilities.

The Minister also clarified that no student of the college was involved in the incident being falsely linked to the institution on social media.

He explained that the affected individuals were remedial students outside the college, adding that the Borno State Government was already taking the necessary steps to ensure their safety and welfare.

He urged the public, particularly social media users, bloggers and online publishers, to verify information through credible and official sources before publishing or sharing reports.

Alausa warned that the deliberate spread of unverified information not only misinforms the public but also creates needless fear, undermines public confidence and distracts from efforts to provide safe and conducive learning environments for Nigerian students.

The Ministry further appealed to parents and guardians to remain calm and continue to support their children with confidence, assuring them that there was no security threat at FGGC, Monguno.

It reiterated its commitment to working closely with security agencies, state authorities and school managements to sustain the safety and security of all Federal Government Colleges across the country.

The Ministry added that it would continue to provide timely and accurate information through its official communication channels and advised the public to disregard the fake report in its entirety.