The Ogun State Police are investigating the death of a student, Ariyo, allegedly following corporal punishment at Obada Idi-Emi High School. Reports indicate he was made to perform frog jumps and was caned, resulting in his collapse and later death. An autopsy is pending as inquiries continue.
The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the tragic death of Ariyo, a student from Obada Idi-Emi High School in Imeko Afon Local Government Area, Ogun State. According to reports, Ariyo passed away following disciplinary actions by a teacher, who was instructed by the school principal to punish him after he allegedly commented a dustbin placed in the classroom.
Initially reported by activist Adetoun, the punishment was alleged to involve 162 strokes of the cane, leading to Ariyo’s collapse. The police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, clarified that the student was required to perform 162 frog jumps and received 24 strokes of the cane. During the punishment, Ariyo reportedly began to vomit, lost consciousness, and later succumbed to his injuries after being taken to FMC Idi-Aba hospital.
The incident, which occurred on October 15, 2024, has raised concerns over the use of corporal punishment in schools. Odutola confirmed that the student's body had been sent to the Ayetoro mortuary for an autopsy. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to understand the circumstances leading to the student’s death.
