- County Commissioner Duncan Muyesu has warned political aspirants against using learning institutions for political mobilisation.
- Education officials called for dialogue and discipline as a way of addressing student grievances.
- Nanyuki High School celebrated strong KCSE performance and progress in digital learning.
Political aspirants in Laikipia County have been warned against using learning institutions as platforms for political mobilisation as the government intensifies efforts to address rising cases of student unrest reported in schools across the country.
Laikipia County Commissioner Duncan Muyesu said schools must remain secure and neutral environments dedicated to learning, character development and academic excellence.
He warned that any attempts by politicians or their agents to conduct campaign activities within educational institutions would not be tolerated.
Speaking during Nanyuki High School’s annual thanksgiving ceremony, Muyesu emphasized that schools should be protected from external influences that could interfere with learning and discipline.
“All schools within the county are safe, and we shall not entertain strangers in learning institutions, particularly aspirants using schools as platforms for political mobilisation. If you want votes, hold your campaigns elsewhere. Schools are for learning and shaping responsible citizens,” said Muyesu.
Dialogue over confrontation
During the ceremony, education officials urged students to embrace dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution whenever disagreements arise instead of engaging in destructive behaviour that disrupts learning.
Head of the Directorate of Field Coordination and Co-curricular Activities at the Ministry of Education.
Sifuna, who was the chief guest, challenged learners to adopt constructive engagement as a means of resolving grievances.
“Whenever challenges arise, let us seek dialogue through peaceful and constructive engagement rather than confrontation. Teachers and parents must also maintain open communication channels to resolve disagreements,” said Sifuna.
Sifuna commended Nanyuki High School for maintaining a culture of discipline and academic focus despite challenges facing some institutions elsewhere in the country.
Focus on digital learning
According to Sifuna, the Ministry of Education is investing heavily in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, innovation and research to equip learners with skills required in the modern economy.
“We continue to invest in digital learning, ICT integration, STEM education, innovation and research. Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future technology but a present reality. Learners must be prepared for a world where AI is part of everyday life,” he said.
Sifuna singled out Nanyuki High School as one of the institutions making notable progress in promoting digital literacy and ICT skills among students.
However, he observed that the school requires additional computer laboratories and ICT facilities to accommodate its growing student population and further strengthen technology-based learning.
Celebrating academic excellence
The thanksgiving ceremony also served as a platform to celebrate academic excellence, with more than 100 top-performing students from the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations receiving cash prizes and laptop computers in recognition of their outstanding achievements.
Parents, teachers and education stakeholders applauded the learners for their dedication and hard work, describing the awards as motivation for other students to strive for excellence.
Nanyuki High School Chief Principal Solomon Koech said the institution registered impressive performance in the 2025 KCSE examinations, with a significant number of candidates attaining university entry grades.
“Out of 477 candidates, 448 attained C+ and above, which enabled their transition to higher education,” said Koech.
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The thanksgiving ceremony brought together education officials, teachers, parents, alumni and community leaders who joined students in celebrating the school’s academic achievements while reaffirming their commitment to nurturing responsible and productive citizens through quality education.
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