SUSPECTED herdsmen invaded a public secondary school in Oyo State on Thursday, March 30, causing injuries to both students and teachers.
The Community Grammar School, Alaropo Nla, in the Oriire Local Government Area of the state, was targeted by the herdsmen who allegedly entered the school with their cattle.
According to Vanguard, the herdsmen, numbering about 20, attacked students and teachers.
The students and teachers were caught off-guard as the herdsmen invaded the school farm with their cows grazing on crops. The attack occurred shortly after the morning devotion had ended, and students were preparing to settle down in their classrooms to continue their second-term examination.
The herdsmen were met with resistance from the students and teachers who tried to drive them away. However, the herdsmen reacted with brutal force, causing injuries to many students and teachers.
The injuries sustained by the victims were severe, with some of them suffering from sword and machete cuts, while others were left with broken legs and hands.
The school principal, Grace Alamu, confirmed the incident and stated that the attack had been reported to the Police. She also said efforts were being made to ensure the victims received medical attention.
As of the time of filing this report, the State Police spokesperson, Adewale Osifeso, had not responded to calls seeking the reaction of the police to the development.
However, the school principal stated that the Police were on their way to the school to address the issue.
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