Vice Principal Arrested for Allegedly Impregnating 13-Year-Old Student in Uyo

A Vice Principal at an unnamed secondary school in Uyo faces public outrage and legal scrutiny after allegedly impregnating a 13-year-old Junior Secondary School (JS3) student. The disturbing incident, first reported by Watchman Post Newspaper, has ignited condemnation and sparked debates about societal accountability and child protection in Akwa Ibom State.  

According to reports, the educator, whose identity remains undisclosed, is accused of sexually assaulting the minor, resulting in her pregnancy. The victim, a JS3 student, is currently receiving medical and psychosocial support. Authorities have launched an investigation, though the school’s name and the suspect’s formal charges have yet to be disclosed publicly.  

The case drew widespread attention after activist Enwongo C. Cleopas highlighted alarming responses to the incident on social media. In a post condemning the trivialization of the crime, Cleopas stated, “People are laughing and making jokes about this tragedy. Is this the society we want?” The post, which garnered significant engagement (13 shares, 452 comments, 304 reactions), underscores growing concerns about desensitization to gender-based violence and child abuse in the region.  

Child rights advocates and community leaders have demanded swift legal action against the accused, urging authorities to prioritize the victim’s welfare and ensure justice. The incident has reignited calls for stricter enforcement of child protection laws and comprehensive sex education in schools.  

This case highlights systemic failures in safeguarding minors, particularly in educational institutions. Activists argue that dismissive attitudes toward such crimes perpetuate a culture of impunity. “We must confront this normalization of abuse,” Cleopas emphasized. “Our silence enables predators.”  

Source: Watchman Post Newspaper