Ondo Suspends 27 Students Indefinitely Over Misconduct
The Ondo State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has announced the immediate and indefinite suspension of 27 students from Oyemekun Grammar School, Aquinas College and CAC Grammar School, all located in Akure, Ondo State over various acts of misconduct. The disciplinary measure, according to the ministry, followed reports of unruly behaviour and other acts […]
The Ondo State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has announced the immediate and indefinite suspension of 27 students from Oyemekun Grammar School, Aquinas College and CAC Grammar School, all located in Akure, Ondo State over various acts of misconduct.
The disciplinary measure, according to the ministry, followed reports of unruly behaviour and other acts of gross misconduct that violate the State’s Code of Conduct for public secondary schools.
The Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Akindele Ige, visited the affected schools to enforce the suspension order.
Speaking during meetings with school principals, vice principals and heads of departments, Ige said the action became necessary despite sustained efforts by the ministry to curb indiscipline through regular engagements with school administrators and other stakeholders.
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He noted that repeated warnings had been issued, yet some students continued to engage in conduct considered unacceptable within the educational system.
The Permanent Secretary stressed the need for stronger supervision, effective monitoring and strict enforcement of disciplinary measures across schools in the state.
He expressed concern over the growing cases of bullying, fighting, truancy and the circulation of indecent videos on social media among students, warning that such behaviours undermine the learning environment and damage the reputation of the state’s education sector.
Reaffirming the ministry’s stance on discipline, Ige said, “The ministry maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards behaviours that undermine the integrity of our educational system. Schools are centres for character formation and academic excellence.
“The state government remains committed to ensuring that our schools are safe, disciplined and conducive to learning.”
Under the suspension directive, the affected students are barred from entering their respective school premises or participating in any school-related activities until further notice.
The ministry disclosed that the cases of the students are currently being reviewed by the disciplinary committees of the affected schools in collaboration with the ministry.
Ige also called on parents and guardians to take a more active role in monitoring the activities and conduct of their children.
“We encourage parents and guardians to partner with school authorities in guiding and monitoring their children, as the responsibility for nurturing discipline and good character is a shared one between the home and the school.”
He assured members of the public that the ministry would continue its routine monitoring visits to schools to ensure compliance with established rules and regulations.
The Permanent Secretary further warned that any student found guilty of bullying, fighting or other serious acts of misconduct would henceforth face appropriate disciplinary sanctions in line with laid-down procedures.