Students of Ngi’ya Girls Senior School have earned praise after taking a firm stand against the destruction of school property, urging learners across the country to protect educational institutions and reject acts of arson.
Led by their student leadership, the learners emphasized that safeguarding and maintaining school infrastructure is primarily the responsibility of students, noting that a secure and well-maintained environment is essential for effective teaching and learning.
The students called on their peers nationwide to desist from burning schools and engaging in activities that disrupt education, destroy property and endanger lives.
Their message comes at a time when concerns over student unrest and school fires have dominated discussions within the education sector.
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According to the student leaders, schools are valuable assets that support academic growth and should be protected by all stakeholders, especially the learners who directly benefit from them.
Education stakeholders have welcomed the initiative, describing it as a demonstration of responsibility, leadership and patriotism.
They noted that students have a critical role to play in promoting peace, discipline and accountability within learning institutions.
The appeal also comes amid reports that normalcy has largely been maintained in schools across the country, with learners settling back into their studies.
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Education leaders have expressed optimism that the calm environment will continue, enabling students to focus on their academic goals.
The exemplary action by Ngi’ya Girls National School students has been hailed as a model that other institutions can emulate in fostering a culture of responsibility and protecting educational investments for future generations.
By Antony Ogada
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