Samburu: Deputy principal hospitalised after attack by students
Authorities in Samburu County are investigating a violent incident at Baawa Secondary School where students attacked and injured their deputy principal.
The altercation occurred during school hours on Wednesday within the school compound.
According to initial reports, several students whose identities remain undisclosed assaulted the senior teacher following a heated dispute.
“There was no serious disagreement between me and them. They suddenly appeared in my office with whips and canes, attacking me with kicks and blows,” he said.
Witnesses reported that the students appeared agitated and aggressive, resulting in a physical assault on the deputy, who sustained injuries.
“What surprised me is that nobody, including my colleague teachers, made an effort to intervene. They watched as I struggled to escape the students’ wrath,” the deputy head teacher added.
The teacher sustained injuries and was rushed to Samburu County Referral Hospital for treatment.
According to a medical report seen by NTV, his injuries are non-life-threatening and he is currently in stable condition.
The school’s Principal Wilson Gichuhi confirmed the incident and reported it to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) assuring that learning activities are ongoing and the situation is calm.
“There was a confrontation between some learners and the deputy principal and we have communicated the same to our employer TSC,” Mr Gichuhi told the NTV.
Police have begun investigating the incident.
Samburu County Director of Education Mohammed Ali acknowledged the incident and stated that discussions are underway to address the situation.
“We are aware of the incident. Discussions are going on to chat the way forward between the teacher and the students,” Mr Ali said.
Mr Ali said officials from the TSC and the Board of Management (BOM) are currently holed up in a meeting to find out what is ailing the school, which has a history of behavioral changes.
“Relevant authorities are currently in a meeting to find a solution. But, at the moment, learning activities are going on well,” said Mr Ali.
