Nyabisase Mixed Secondary Dormitory Destroyed by Fire as Principal Posting Sparks Tension

A dormitory at Nyabisase Mixed Secondary School in Bobasi was on Monday destroyed by fire following reported tensions over the posting of a new principal to replace retired Chief Principal David Ogega.

The blaze, whose cause has not yet been officially established, razed the dormitory and destroyed students’ personal belongings and other property of unknown value.

The incident comes amid unrest at the school linked to the appointment of a new principal after the retirement of Chief Principal David Ogega. Authorities are yet to confirm whether the fire was directly connected to the leadership dispute.

Police officers and education officials visited the school as investigations into the cause of the fire got underway. No injuries or fatalities were immediately reported.

The Ministry of Education is expected to issue a statement as investigations continue, while school administrators assess the extent of the damage and determine the way forward for affected students.