A primary school head teacher in Anambra, Nigeria, has been suspended indefinitely for allowing a political rally to take place on school premises, in violation of a state government directive. The suspension was announced by the state Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma‑Udeh, in a statement issued on Wednesday in Awka.
The Anambra State Ministry of Education had issued a circular on August 14 prohibiting the use of school premises for political, social, and religious gatherings. The head teacher of Community Primary School, Umunze, is accused of breaching this order, which disrupted academic activities and put pupils at risk during the rally. Prof. Chuma‑Udeh said the state government is preparing legal action against the rally organizers, citing the interruption of learning and the endangerment of children’s lives.
The incident follows a related event earlier on Wednesday, when Shedrack Azubuike, Chairman of Orumba South Local Government Area, stopped an unapproved political rally at a primary school. His action aligned with the state directive banning political, religious, or social gatherings in both public and private schools during school hours.
The education ministry has emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe, focused learning environment free from unauthorized events. The suspension of the head teacher and the planned legal action against the rally organizers underscore the government’s commitment to enforcing its directives and protecting student welfare. As the new academic term progresses, the authorities’ efforts to maintain order and discipline in schools will be closely watched, highlighting the need for all stakeholders to adhere to guidelines that ensure the smooth operation of educational institutions.
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