Kisumu National Polytechnic has been closed indefinitely after students staged week-long protests accusing the administration of corruption and hiking fees. The institution’s management has promised to investigate the claims even as learners were ordered to leave campus.
Highlights:
- School closed after five consecutive days of unrest
- Students accused management of corruption and unfair fee hikes
- Administration says allegations will be investigated
- Learners told to vacate campus until further notice
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Unrest Forces Closure
The indefinite shutdown was announced on Friday morning through a notice signed by Chief Principal Catherine Kelonye. She said the decision followed a meeting by the institution’s Council after days of chaos made it impossible to continue with classes.
Students Raise Concerns
Since Monday, students had boycotted lectures and staged demonstrations within and around the campus. The student association accused the management of corruption and arbitrary fee increments, sparking anger among the learners.
Principal Kelonye acknowledged the grievances and assured that the allegations would be taken seriously. She promised that investigations would be carried out to address the issues raised and restore normalcy once learning resumes.
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As the standoff continues, all eyes are now on whether the administration will honor its promise and address the students’ grievances before reopening.
