- Physics teacher Muktar Salihu was beaten into a coma by SS2 students at Ebira Muslim Community College, Kogi.
- The students, allegedly part of a cult group, sought to gain control of the school.
- Authorities have intervened, with the traditional ruler’s son identified as the leader of the attackers.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the attack was allegedly carried out by students acting under the guise of a cult group, aiming to assert control over the school and its administration. The teacher is currently receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital.
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Reports from Vanguard reveal that the leader of the group, Abdulbatin, is the son of a local traditional ruler, the Opokitipo of Esusu Clan in Okengwe.
In the wake of the assault, a fellow teacher has urged state authorities, including the Ministry of Education and security agencies, to intervene and address the growing influence of cult groups in the school.
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The teacher emphasised the need to discipline students and prevent further incidents.
The District Police Officer in the area has reportedly intervened, ordering the traditional ruler to present his son by tomorrow.
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