By Uzair Adam
The chairman of Ungogo Local Government Area in Kano State, Tijjani Amiru Bilyaminu, has directed the closure of Al-Hadeed Private School following allegations involving one of the school’s teachers.
The action followed the arraignment of a teacher, popularly known as Uncle Kamal, before a magistrate’s court over allegations of sexually abusing four pupils.
Speaking on the development, the council chairman said the closure would remain in effect pending further investigations and legal proceedings.
He stated that the measure was aimed at ensuring justice and protecting the rights of children.
He also reaffirmed the commitment of the local government to safeguarding children against all forms of abuse, warning that anyone found violating such rights would face legal consequences.
During the court session on Monday, the prosecution counsel, Badamasi Gandu, told the court that medical examinations conducted on the children confirmed evidence of assault.
The court subsequently ordered that the suspect be remanded in a correctional facility and adjourned the matter until June 6 for further hearing.
