Police arrest students after bullying incident at Igbinedion school
Several students at Igbinedion Education Centre have been arrested following a widely circulated bullying incident. According to the Edo State Police Command, all suspects have been apprehended and will be charged in line with juvenile justice laws. The incident, which involved both physical assault and retaliation, has prompted strong reactions from the public and authorities. The school has expelled the students involved and pledged to prevent future occurrences.
What happened
- The Edo State Police Command confirmed the arrest of all suspects involved in the Igbinedion Education Centre bullying case.
- Preliminary investigations revealed the incident began on Thursday 5/03/2026 when two female students attacked a peer after a verbal altercation.
- A parent who intervened during the assault was also physically confronted by the girls, leading to their expulsion by the school.
- On 06/03/2026, a retaliatory attack occurred when the male student, whose mother had been assaulted, attacked the victim in a revenge assault that was recorded and shared online.
- The police have intensified security measures in schools and urged parents, guardians, and authorities to promote discipline and non-violence among students.
