The Kenya National Examinations Council team overseeing exams at Nyabisase Senior School in Kisii County has been replaced following a violent incident involving students. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba confirmed that a fresh team has taken over examination duties. This move comes after students assaulted examination officials and police, seized a firearm, and fled the scene. The incident raised concerns about the school's management and tensions between former and current administrations.
The incident occurred when four officers supervising the exams were pelted with stones and verbally abused by students. One officer was overpowered, and his Ceska pistol was taken before being recovered after an intensive search by police. The injured officer suffered bruises and blunt-force injuries and is receiving specialized treatment in stable condition. The confrontation did not disrupt any examinations that were in progress.
In response to the incident, 55 teachers and non-teaching staff have been summoned by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to give statements. Ogamba stated that the government will act against anyone found guilty of examination malpractice or any breach of the law once investigations are concluded. The government aims to restore order and ensure the smooth conduct of examinations.
This is not the first instance of unrest at Nyabisase Senior School. In July, the school was closed after protests erupted over the Teachers Service Commission's appointment of a new principal. During the protests, students attacked teachers and set a dormitory ablaze. The repeated unrest has sparked concerns about the school's management and the need for a more stable administrative environment.
According to Ogamba, calm has returned to the school, and learning has resumed normally. Security measures have been tightened to prevent future incidents. The minister emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining order and ensuring that examinations are conducted smoothly.
The replacement of the KNEC team is part of the government's efforts to address the situation and prevent further disruptions. The new team will oversee the exams and ensure that they are conducted in a secure and fair environment. The incident highlighted the need for improved security measures and better management of the school.
The situation at Nyabisase Senior School highlights the challenges faced by some schools in Kenya. The government's response to the incident demonstrates its commitment to addressing these challenges and ensuring that students receive a safe and quality education. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining order and stability in schools.
Key points
- The Kenya National Examinations Council team at Nyabisase Senior School was replaced after students assaulted exam officials and police.
- 55 teachers and non-teaching staff have been summoned by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to give statements.
- The government has tightened security measures at the school to prevent future incidents.
