Table of Contents
- Demotion of Vice Principal
- Emergency Meeting of the Board
- Statement from the Board Chairman
- Commitment to Standards
The Bauchi State Special Schools Management Board has demoted the Vice Principal (Academics) of Jibril Aminu Model Secondary School to the role of classroom teacher due to allegations of administering excessive corporal punishment on a student.
This decision came after an emergency meeting of the board’s senior management committee, which discussed reports of the incident that raised concerns among parents and educational stakeholders.
In confirming this action, the board chairman, Babangida Barau Jibrin, called for calm and assured that the situation is being handled with the necessary attention.
He elaborated that while disciplinary actions will be implemented following a comprehensive investigation, the board remains dedicated to upholding discipline in accordance with contemporary educational standards that protect students' rights and well-being.
Jibrin further emphasized the board’s commitment to high-quality teaching and effective school management throughout the state, stating that any staff member found guilty of violating ethical standards will face suitable consequences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What actions were taken against the Vice Principal?
The Vice Principal was demoted to the position of classroom teacher due to allegations of administering severe corporal punishment on a student.
What prompted the board's emergency meeting?
The emergency meeting was prompted by reports of an incident involving the Vice Principal that raised significant concerns among parents and education stakeholders.
What is the board's stance on discipline?
The board is committed to enforcing discipline in line with modern educational standards that protect students' rights and welfare.
