10 Comboni College students suspended over indiscipline

By Isaac Okello (isaac.okello@vol.co.ug)

Lira

Ten students of Comboni College, Lira City have been suspended indefinitely over indiscipline.

The indefinite suspension of the students has been confirmed by Lira City Education Officer, Dr. Jasper Abura.

Abura says the students’ fate now lies in the hands of the board governors.

He has advised students to refrain from engaging in activities that could negatively impact their academic pursuits.

Reports obtained by Voice of Lango FM reveal that upon returning from a recent secondary schools Ball games competition held at Lango College, in Lira city, the students were involved in violent incidents where they attacked individuals, damaged property, and confiscated belongings such as mobile phones, and fruits that were being sold.

Following complaints from the affected parties, the school initially suspended all 400 students who had participated in the Ball Games Competition for five days. Upon their return, the students identified ten of their peers who were allegedly involved in the misconduct.

As a result, the school administration decided to indefinitely suspend the ten students and imposed a fine of shs19,000 on each of their parent.