- Police in Kisii are searching for a 24-year-old man accused of being in a relationship with a secondary school student.
- The student was traced to Amasago Village after reportedly going missing from her home.
- Kisii Woman Representative Doris Aburi has renewed calls for Family Life and Sexuality Education in schools.
Police in Kisii County are searching for a 24-year-old man alleged to have been in a relationship with a 19-year-old secondary school student who reportedly went missing from her home.
According to residents, the student, who attends Riambase Secondary School in Nyamache Sub-county, disappeared from her family home, prompting relatives to begin searching for her.
Acting on information from members of the public, the girl’s parents sought assistance from the area chief before tracing her to a rental house in Amasago Village.
However, the suspect reportedly fled before the parents and local administration officers arrived.
The matter was reported at Keumbu Police Station before the student was later transferred to Ogembo Police Station, where she recorded a statement to assist investigators.
Police also facilitated a medical examination, including a pregnancy assessment, before arrangements were made for her return to school.
During a brief interview in the presence of police officers, the student said she and the suspect had been in a relationship for some time.
Her parents appealed to police to expedite investigations and arrest the suspect, accusing him of interfering with their daughter’s education.
Call for Family Life and Sexuality Education
Meanwhile, Kisii County Woman Representative Doris Aburi has called on the Ministry of Education to introduce Family Life and Sexuality Education into the school curriculum.
Speaking during a fundraising event at Nyambunwa SDA Church in Bonchari Constituency, Aburi said the programme would help learners and communities better understand issues affecting children, particularly girls.
READ ALSO: Reject destruction of school property, Bungoma Catholic bishop warns students
She said the curriculum would equip young people with knowledge to make informed decisions while helping communities address challenges facing the girl child.
The Woman Representative also urged religious institutions to play a leading role in safeguarding children’s rights and promoting their welfare.
By Enock Okong’o
You can also follow our social media pages on Twitter: Education News KE and Facebook: Education News Newspaper for timely updates.
>>> Click here to stay up-to-date with trending regional stories
>>> Click here to read more informed opinions on the country’s education landscape
