Akwa Ibom State Govt Suspends Principal Over Unpalatable Meal

Akwa Ibom  State  Govt Suspends Principal Over Unpalatable Meal 

By: Bisi Akingbade 

The Commissioner for Education, Mrs Idongesit Etiebet, Akwa Ibom State has announced the suspension of the Principal  of the Presbyterian Senior Science College, Ididep, Dr. NSE Sunday Umoh, following  the very disturbing video where students were fed with unpalatable and innutrious meals.

According to the press statement made available to pressmen, the commissioner stated said " I paid an unscheduled visit to the school. I have directed a comprehensive investigation into the state of boarding facilities in the school and the other 25 boarding secondary schools across the state.

Etiebet noted that the review will focus on hostels, dining halls, recreation areas, menu, kitchen, and sanitary facilities, which  will be jointly overseen by the Permanent Secretaries of the Ministry of Education and the State Secondary Education Board. 

She affirmed the suspension of the principal "Consequently, I have also directed  the immediate suspension of the Principal of the school,  Dr. NSE Sunday Umoh the outcome of the investigation. 

 "Despite the fact that the free education policy of the state government, covers tuition fees only and not boarding fees, the welfare and dignity of all students, especially those in public schools, remain a priority of the Umo Eno-led administration. We appeal to parents who have already been greatly relieved of the burden of tuition fees to undertake basic parental responsibilities to support their children in secondary schools. 

"The Ministry is committed to ensuring that all public school facilities meet irreducible minimum standards that uphold the well-being of both learners and staff.

"We urge the public to remain patient while this investigation lasts. The Governor, Pastor Umo Eno remains unwavering in his commitment to education, as outlined in the ARISE Agenda". She added.