A secondary school in Ogbomosho was thrown into chaos today when a male student was caught with a local gun on the school premises. The incident, which occurred during school hours, prompted immediate action from the school’s administration and local authorities.
The school, whose name is being withheld for privacy and security reasons, discovered the firearm during a routine inspection by the school’s security personnel. According to eyewitnesses, the student in question, a boy in Senior Secondary 2, was acting suspiciously, leading to a thorough search of his belongings.
Upon discovering the gun, the school authorities quickly alerted the Ogbomosho Division of the Nigeria Police Force. Officers arrived promptly at the scene, securing the weapon and taking the student into custody for further investigation.
The Principal of the school, in a brief statement, expressed shock and dismay at the incident, emphasizing the school’s commitment to maintaining a safe environment for all students. “We are cooperating fully with the police to ensure that the situation is handled appropriately. The safety and well-being of our students are our top priority,” the Principal stated.
Parents and guardians were notified of the incident, and additional security measures have been implemented to prevent a recurrence. The local community has also been urged to remain calm as investigations continue.
The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed that they are conducting a thorough investigation to determine how the student acquired the weapon and the motives behind bringing it to school. In a press briefing, the spokesperson for the police urged anyone with relevant information to come forward.
Further details will be provided as the investigation progresses.
