The Kogi State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of a primary school teacher, Maryam Usman, who allegedly died after being assaulted by the family of a pupil she disciplined in Olamaboro Local Government Area of the state.
The incident, which occurred in Ugbamaka, Okpo District, has sparked outrage and renewed concerns over the safety of teachers in the course of carrying out their duties.
According to reports, the teacher disciplined a pupil who reportedly sustained an arm injury after falling during the punishment.
The pupil’s father was alleged to have subsequently stormed the teacher’s residence with two other individuals and assaulted her. Sources further claimed that later the same day, other individuals attacked Maryam again while she was on her way to a mosque.
Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Kogi State Command, SP Oyiza Salisu Afusat, said a case of culpable homicide was reported at the Olamaboro Divisional Headquarters on June 25, 2026.
According to the police, preliminary investigations revealed that on June 18, 2026, one Abdullahi Ishaka, accompanied by two women, went to Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School, Ugbamaka, where they allegedly assaulted Maryam Usman for disciplining a pupil.
“The victim sustained serious injuries and was initially treated at a hospital in Ugbamaka before being referred to Iko-Ojo Hospital, Okpo, for further medical attention. She, however, passed away on June 25, 2026,” Afusat said.
She explained that police operatives visited both the scene of the incident and the deceased’s residence after the case was reported, where necessary documentation was carried out.
According to the police spokesperson, arrangements are being made to move the deceased’s body to the General Hospital, Ankpa, for medical examination and an autopsy.
Afusat disclosed that the suspects fled before officers arrived at the scene, adding that efforts are ongoing to track them down.
“Upon their arrest, the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for discreet and comprehensive investigation,” she said.
Earlier reports had identified the deceased as 22-year-old Mariam Usman. However, in its official statement, the Kogi State Police Command identified the victim as Maryam Usman and stated her age as 30 years.
Authorities say investigations are continuing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure those responsible are brought to justice.
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