Ogun School Tragedy: Student Dies After Punishment, Sparking Outcry and Investigation
Source: PUNCH Newspaper
A tragic incident has unfolded in Ogun State as Monday Ariyo, a student of Obada Grammar School in Imeko Afon Local Government Area, reportedly died following a severe punishment administered by a teacher. According to activist Adetoun, who brought the case to light on Instagram, the ordeal began when Ariyo made a remark about a class dustbin, leading his teacher to report him to the principal. The principal allegedly instructed that Ariyo undergo 162 frog jumps and receive 24 strokes of the cane.
Eyewitnesses claim there was a delay in taking Ariyo to the hospital after he collapsed during the punishment. He was later pronounced dead at the Federal Medical Centre in Abeokuta on October 25, 2024.
The Ogun State Police Command, through spokesperson Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident and revealed that an autopsy is underway, with investigations ongoing. The tragic death has sparked public outcry, with calls for accountability and review of disciplinary measures in schools.
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