Cameroon’s Minister of Secondary Education, Pr Pauline Nalova Lyonga, visited Douala on September 25, 2026, following the tragic death of student Ozanne Moukoko Essoe. The 5th-grade student from De la Salle college died on September 18, 2026. The minister was in the city to meet with the college administration and the student’s family. This visit was conducted on the instructions of the Prime Minister, head of government.
The minister chaired a working session with the college administration, parent-teacher association, traditional authorities, and the student’s peers who witnessed the incident. The meeting aimed to understand the circumstances surrounding Ozanne Moukoko’s death. The discussions, which lasted nearly two hours, sought to piece together the events leading to the tragic incident.
After the working session, Minister Pr Pauline Nalova Lyonga and her delegation visited the Moukoko family at their residence in the Bessengue neighborhood of Douala. The minister conveyed the government’s and the educational community’s sincere condolences to the grieving family. The visit demonstrated the government’s commitment to addressing the situation and providing support to the affected family.
The Cameroon Tribune contacted the Ministry of Secondary Education for further comments but was unable to get additional information. However, it is understood that the government is taking steps to ensure that such incidents are prevented in the future. The minister’s visit was a gesture of solidarity and an effort to understand the circumstances surrounding the student’s death.
Ozanne Moukoko Essoe’s death has raised concerns within the educational community and among parents. The incident has sparked discussions on student safety and well-being in schools. The government’s response and actions following the incident will be closely watched by stakeholders.
The college administration and local authorities have been working closely with the government to investigate the incident. Details of the investigation and any potential actions against those responsible have not been made public. The focus remains on providing support to the affected family and ensuring that students’ safety is prioritized.
The Minister of Secondary Education’s visit to the college and the student’s family reflects the government’s commitment to addressing the situation. The incident has highlighted the need for vigilance and proactive measures to prevent such tragedies in the future. The government’s actions will be crucial in determining how such incidents can be prevented.
Key points
- The Minister of Secondary Education visited the college and the family of the deceased student to offer condolences and understand the circumstances surrounding the death.
- The government is taking steps to address the situation and prevent similar incidents in the future.
- The incident has raised concerns about student safety and well-being in schools.
