Police Arrest Three Over Death of FGC Okposi Student
Physical Abuse
The Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of three persons in connection with the death of Master Ebuka Chukwu, a Senior Secondary School 2 student of the Federal Government College (FGC) Okposi in Ohaozara Local Government Area.
The tragic incident, which occurred on July 27, 2025, has sparked protests in the Okposi-Okwu community, with residents demanding justice and government intervention. Protesters insist that Ebuka was deliberately killed and dumped in a stream in an attempt to conceal the crime.
School Has a Duty to Protect
Every school has a fundamental duty to safeguard the lives and well-being of students entrusted to its care. In this case, allegations from the community suggest a shocking breach of that duty.
- According to eyewitness accounts, Mr. Danjuma, a staff member of FGC Okposi, allegedly directed Ebuka and other students to confront hoodlums.
- The confrontation led to Ebuka’s death, raising troubling questions about judgment, supervision, and accountability within the institution.
- The protesters have insisted that the school management is attempting to play politics with the tragedy, rather than owning up to possible negligence.
Safeguarding Lessons for Teachers and Staff
The death of Ebuka underscores critical safeguarding lessons for educators and school authorities nationwide:
- Students must never be exposed to physical danger or used as instruments to handle conflicts with outsiders.
- Accountability and transparency are essential whenever a child dies or suffers harm under school supervision.
- Community trust in schools is fragile; once broken, it fuels suspicion, protests, and deep divisions.
- Clear protocols for crisis management must be in place in all unity schools to prevent avoidable tragedies.
Conclusion
The death of Master Ebuka Chukwu is not just a community tragedy; it is a national wake-up call. Schools must be sanctuaries of learning and safety, not danger zones. Justice for Ebuka is not only about accountability for his killers but also about strengthening safeguarding systems to ensure that no child suffers a similar fate again.
