The Prefect of Issia, Seka Fidèle, has announced that judicial proceedings will be initiated against those responsible for recent violence and clashes between students in several secondary schools in the city. This announcement was made during a ceremony held at the Professor of Issia College (CPI) on November 2, 2026. The Prefect stated that students have been gathering on the municipal high school grounds every evening after 5 pm, leading to clashes, consumption of narcotics, and sexual misconduct in residences.
According to Seka Fidèle, these gatherings have become a recurring issue, with students engaging in violent behavior and substance abuse. The Prefect emphasized that those responsible will be held accountable for their actions, with dispositions made in conjunction with the prosecutor's office to address these acts in accordance with the law. The Prefect urged students to abandon their practices of insecurity and instead focus on their studies.
The Prefect identified six individuals, allegedly ringleaders of the violence, who have been publicly named by security services. Seka Fidèle condemned the surge in disciplinary issues within secondary schools and stressed the need for collective action to prevent such incidents. He encouraged school administrators to enhance cultural, sporting, and associative activities to keep students occupied outside of class hours.
In addition to school administrators, Seka Fidèle also called on parents to exercise greater supervision over their children after school hours. By doing so, he hopes to mitigate the likelihood of students engaging in violent or delinquent behavior. This initiative is part of a broader effort by the prefecture and local stakeholders to promote national unity and discipline within educational institutions.
The ceremony where the Prefect made these announcements was part of a series of events organized by the prefecture and local forces to promote the salute to national colors in secondary schools across the commune. Previous events have taken place at the municipal high school and modern college, with the Professor of Issia College hosting the latest gathering.
Seka Fidèle's intervention underscores the government's commitment to addressing the growing concern of school violence in Côte d'Ivoire. The authorities' proactive approach aims to create a safer learning environment for students and promote a culture of discipline and responsibility. By engaging with school administrators, parents, and students, the government hopes to find lasting solutions to this pressing issue.
The situation in Issia highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing the root causes of school violence. By combining stricter disciplinary measures with initiatives aimed at promoting student well-being and engagement, the authorities hope to reduce the incidence of violent behavior and foster a more positive learning environment. The effectiveness of these efforts will be closely watched in the coming months.
Key points
- Authorities in Côte d'Ivoire's Issia have announced judicial action against those responsible for recent violence and clashes between students in secondary schools.
- The Prefect of Issia, Seka Fidèle, has urged school administrators to enhance cultural, sporting, and associative activities to keep students occupied outside of class hours.
- Parents have also been called upon to exercise greater supervision over their children after school hours to prevent delinquent behavior.
