Authorities at Aduku Secondary School in Kwania district have suspended over 150 students following an incident of strike linked to demands for an early Easter break.
The strike reportedly erupted after students insisted on being sent home for the two-week Easter holiday to attend local dances.
Zekonia Odama, the headteacher of the school, explained that the disturbance began last Thursday when a group of students rioted over the school’s decision to keep them on campus during the holiday period.
He emphasised that as a boarding school, Aduku SS provides all necessary provisions for students throughout holidays, and ordinarily does not allow them to leave for home breaks.
Regarding the disciplinary action taken, Odama stated that 195 students were sent home due to their involvement in the unrest.
He also noted that some of the suspended had outstanding school fee balances, which factored into the decision to send them away.
The suspension has sparked criticism from parents, including Moses Amwata, who expressed concern about the school’s handling of student welfare.
Amwata condemned the school administration’s move, suggesting that it reflects poorly on how student issues are managed.
The parent further revealed that many affected students sought refuge at the office of the Kwania District Education Officer (DEO), protesting against what they considered “unfair treatment.”
Confirming the decision, Andrew Omunu, the Acting DEO of Kwania district, acknowledged receiving reports about the incident. He indicated plans to visit Aduku Secondary School to investigate and establish the root causes of the unrest and subsequent suspensions.
The situation remains under review as education officials engage with the school community to resolve tensions and restore normalcy at the school.
