CS Ogamba Drops New Figures on Rising School Unrest
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Education Cabinet Secretary Ogamba has sought to calm growing public concern over reports of widespread unrest in schools, stating that less than 2% of senior schools across the country have been affected by recent incidents of disruption.
Speaking amid heightened scrutiny from parents, education stakeholders, and political leaders, the CS emphasized that the Ministry of Education has been closely monitoring the situation through regional and county education directors.
He maintained that while isolated cases of unrest have been reported, the overall stability of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) transition remains intact.
According to the Ministry’s preliminary assessment, most of the affected institutions experienced minor disturbances such as student protests, property damage, and temporary closures, rather than prolonged shutdowns.
The CS noted that rapid response teams have already been deployed in collaboration with school administrators, county security committees and law enforcement agencies to restore normalcy.
He further dismissed suggestions that the unrest represents a systemic crisis in the education sector, arguing instead that it reflects isolated disciplinary challenges typical in large national examination cohorts and transitional academic phases.
He added that the government is prioritizing dialogue-based interventions, psychosocial support for students and engagement with school leadership to prevent escalation.
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Parents have, however, expressed mixed reactions to the government’s assurances. While some have welcomed the clarification, others remain concerned about safety, especially in boarding schools where reports of strikes and damage to property have surfaced in recent weeks.
Education stakeholders have also called for a deeper investigation into the root causes of the unrest, pointing to issues such as academic pressure, strained school infrastructure and evolving student behavior patterns.
The Ministry has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that learning continues uninterrupted, especially for candidates preparing for national examinations.
Officials have also warned against the spread of misinformation on social media, which they say has exaggerated the scale of the unrest and fueled unnecessary panic.
In his remarks, Julius Ogamba stressed that the government will not hesitate to take firm action where necessary, but will also prioritize corrective and preventive measures over punitive approaches.
He urged school heads to strengthen internal discipline mechanisms and encouraged parents to work more closely with teachers in guiding learners.
As the situation continues to develop, education officials are expected to release a more detailed report outlining the specific schools affected and the nature of the incidents.
For now, the Ministry maintains that the education system remains largely stable despite the isolated disruptions.
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