Ogun govt suspends teacher, queries principal over pupil’s death

The Ogun State Government, through the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology, has suspended a teacher alleged to have beaten and punished Master Monday Arijo, an SS2 student of Obada Grammar School, Obada, Idi-emi, which reportedly led to his death.

The incident, which occurred on Friday, also led to the immediate arrest of the teacher, while the Principal of the school, Mrs. Tamrat Onaolapo, was promptly queried for allowing corporal punishment to be administered on the pupil, contrary to the established rules and regulations in the state.

The principal was given 24 hours to explain her actions and why disciplinary measures should not be taken against her for violating the instructions of constituted authority.

A letter of condolence was subsequently sent to the bereaved family, expressing sympathy for the sudden loss of their beloved son and promising to ensure justice for the family.

The letter, signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, described the late learner as an exceptional pupil who would be missed by his peers, the school, and the state at large.

It also prayed for the family to receive the strength needed to bear the irreplaceable loss and for the repose of the departed soul.