‘No justice, no teaching’: Kilifi teachers warn of disruptions over Ojwang’s death

Grief and anger gripped teachers in Kilifi as they demanded justice for their slain colleague, Albert Ojwang, raising the alarm over the growing risks educators face and vowing to disrupt learning if authorities fail to act swiftly.

The educators, led by Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Assistant Secretary Opollo Kopollo, held a candlelight vigil in Malindi, mourning their colleague and voicing outrage over what they described as increasing risks facing teachers across the country.

Eliud Lagat

“This isn’t an isolated case. If we don’t act now, this may become the norm,” said Kopollo, calling on the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Eliud Lagat, to step down over what the teachers described as inaction and lack of accountability.

Ojwang's death has stirred fresh concerns over the safety of education professionals, with teachers accusing the government of turning a blind eye to growing insecurity in schools and communities.

KUPPET's Gender Secretary, Karen Auma, issued a strong warning that the teaching fraternity would not hesitate to down tools.

“We are prepared to bring learning to a halt if that’s what it takes to get justice,” she said, stressing that failing to protect educators compromises the entire education system.

The union insists that unless serious measures are introduced to ensure the safety of teachers, schools in Kilifi and beyond may face significant disruptions in the coming days.

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