Alliance Girls High School teacher accused of sexual abuse resigns from TSC after 26 years

A picture of Alliance Girls High School gate. (Photo: Wikipedia)

By Lucy Mumbi
Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Peter Albert Ayiro said he could no longer endure the persistent threats, public shame and attacks on his character, ending his 26-year teaching career.

The Alliance Girls High School teacher accused of sexually grooming and abusing students over a period spanning more than two decades has resigned from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), citing cyberbullying and humiliation from what he described as “false accusations.”

In a letter dated August 17, 2025 and addressed to the Commission, Peter Albert Ayiro said he could no longer endure the persistent threats, public shame and attacks on his character, ending his 26-year teaching career.

More To Read

“This decision has not come easily. It is a result of the false accusations levelled against me. I continue to endure evil, monstrous and persistent cyberbullying, threats of physical harm, public humiliation, and even being ostracised from my church,” reads the letter.

Ayiro, who said he has served as a teacher for 26 years, maintained his innocence, noting that the accusations had subjected him to “great stress and strain.” He explained that his decision was meant to safeguard his dignity and peace of mind.

“I hereby tender my resignation from the Teachers Service Commission, effective immediately in accordance with the terms and conditions of service,” he added.

He confirmed that he had paid one month’s salary in lieu of notice, attaching an M-Pesa transaction of Sh105,000 to the TSC, and asked for guidance on clearance and exit procedures.

“I am grateful for the opportunity to have served as a teacher for the last 26 years. I have gained invaluable experience and growth during my tenure. It is my hope that the Commission continues to uphold fairness, transparency and support for all its employees in their noble role as educators,” he said.

Ayiro’s resignation comes at a time when he is under public scrutiny and official investigations following explosive claims of sexual misconduct at the prestigious girls’ school.

The teacher, who was also the Christian Union patron at Alliance Girls, was named in a series of sexual abuse and grooming accounts published in July by Africa Uncensored, an independent media outlet.

For years, he held influential positions at the school, including Christian Union patron, drama club mentor, and spiritual advisor, but was later accused by former students and staff of engaging in a calculated pattern of sexual grooming and abuse.

The allegations were laid out in a detailed investigation by Africa Uncensored journalist and Alliance alumna Christine Mungai.

In response to the report, the TSC sent Ayiro on compulsory leave for 30 days, effective July 15, 2025, pending investigations.

A suspension letter signed by Acting TSC Chief Executive Officer Evaleen Mitei accused him of breaching provisions of the Teachers Service Commission Act, Regulation 141 of the Code of Regulations for Teachers (CORT), and Clause 22 of the Code of Conduct and Ethics.

The CEO cited acts amounting to professional misconduct, including engaging in immoral behaviour with learners.

“Due to the gravity of these allegations and the need to conduct independent and impartial investigations into the matter, and pursuant to the provisions of Regulation 136 of the CORT, the Commission has decided to send you on compulsory leave for 30 days with effect from July 15, 2025,” read the letter.