Turkana: Schools in Lokwar-Nakuse reopen despite persistent insecurity
The determination to pursue education has seen children in Lokwar and Nakuse areas of Turkana South return to school despite persistent insecurity. The return comes days after four people were killed in an attack in Lokwar, allegedly carried out by suspected raiders believed to have crossed from neighbouring West Pokot County. According to Muya Simon, […] The post Turkana: Schools in…
In Turkana South, children in the Lokwar and Nakuse areas have bravely resumed their education journey, defying ongoing security challenges. This resumption occurred following a deadly incident in Lokwar, where four individuals were reportedly slain in an attack possibly orchestrated by raiders who may have infiltrated from West Pokot County.
Muya Simon, a teacher at Lokwar-Nakuse Primary School, shared that the institution, previously housing more than 400 students, now caters to just over 80 pupils due to the surge in insecurity. This heightened danger has also led to the burning of both Lokwar and Nakuse Primary Schools, which remain in a state of disrepair and await repair efforts.
Despite these obstacles, students persist in attending classes within the damaged premises, as comprehensive restoration of normal learning conditions remains a distant goal.
During a visit to the impacted villages, Katilu Ward Member of County Assembly William Samal Etubon urged the national government to intensify security measures and safeguard residents, including schoolchildren. Etubon further extended his support by distributing essential food supplies and farming resources to the affected community members.
He fervently appealed to the government to expedite urgent security enhancements and facilitate the safe return of displaced families to their homes. The piece "Turkana: Schools in Lokwar-Nakuse reopen despite persistent insecurity" was originally published on KBC Digital.
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