Oyo Teacher Killed by Students After Confronting Them Over Gambling
A horrifying incident unfolded at Soun High School in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, where a teacher, Mr. Fatai Adegoke, was reportedly attacked and killed by his students while trying to stop them from gambling during school hours. According to eyewitnesses, the confrontation began when Mr. Adegoke caught a group of students gambling inside a classroom. The situation quickly escalated as the students allegedly turned violent, assaulting the teacher and causing severe injuries, including broken limbs. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but sadly died from his injuries. A statement from a group of concerned educators described Mr. Adegoke as “a dedicated and disciplined professional whose life was cut short in the line of duty.” “This tragic and avoidable death is not only an assault on Mr. Adegoke but also an attack on the entire teaching profession,” the statement read. The educators urged the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), the Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), and law enforcement authorities to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice. They also called on the parents of the students involved to take responsibility for failing to instill discipline in their children. Highlighting the incident as a reflection of growing moral decay in schools and homes, the group stressed the urgent need for stricter disciplinary policies, moral education, and stronger safety measures for teachers across public schools. Attempts to get official confirmation from the Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, were unsuccessful at the time of reporting.
