₦airaland Forum

FG SUSPENDS 13 FGC ENUGU STUDENTS FOR 6 MONTHS.

The Federal Ministry of Education has imposed a six-month suspension on 13 students of Federal Government College (FGC), Enugu, for allegedly bullying and assaulting an SS1 day student.

A statement by the Ministry says the decision was made to ensure safety of students in the school and maintain the confidence and trust of parents and stakeholders.

According to the Ministry's findings, the incident involved the assault of an SS1 day student by a group of students on November 7, 2024, and came to light following the circulation of a disturbing video on social media.

To address the issue further, the Ministry directed the School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) to collaborate with security agencies to conduct a comprehensive investigation, including potential links to external groups.

The @NigEducation has suspended 13 students of the Federal Government College (FGC) Enugu, for six weeks, over an incident of bullying, pending the report of a disciplinary committee set up to investigate the matter.

Please Guys, heard this happened in Federal Government College, Enugu (FGCE). These boys needs to pay for this. This is pure wickedness. @GossipMillNaija @Naija_PR @instablog9ja @thatverydarkman Please Retweet and Circulate till they are brought to book. pic.twitter.com/QNLX7UOOJu

— OriginalFortune (@DeRealFortune) November 11, 2024

Enugu State Orders Arrest and Prosecution of Students Involved in Bullying Incident at FGC, Enugu

The Enugu State Government has condemned the recent bullying and physical assault of a student at Federal Government College (FGC), Enugu, directing the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. The incident, captured in a video that circulated online, has sparked widespread public outcry. State Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ndubueze Mbah, expressed the administration’s deep concern, describing the assault as “deeply troubling and emotionally distressing,” and emphasizing the government’s strict no-tolerance stance on bullying and abuse in schools.

Prof. Mbah highlighted that the state is actively coordinating with the Federal Ministry of Education to ensure the offending students and any negligent school personnel face appropriate consequences. He reassured parents and the public that the government is committed to student welfare, referencing Governor Peter Mbah’s investments in education to foster a safe learning environment.

In response to rumors circulating about cult involvement in the incident, the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) of FGC Enugu clarified that the bullying did not stem from cult activities. According to PTA Chairman Dr. Chinedu Mba, the incident reportedly began when a student was found bringing illegal substances into the school, which led to disruptive behavior. He urged parents to counsel their children against such activities and warned against spreading false narratives that harm the school’s reputation.

The PTA confirmed that its security team has now resumed duties and is committed to ensuring student safety at the school. The Enugu State Government reiterated that it will continue to enforce measures against harassment and violence in all schools, underscoring that respect, equality, and safety remain core values in Enugu’s academic institutions.