Dr. Godfrey Murunga Appointed New Principal of Bungoma National Polytechnic.
Dr. Godfrey Murunga, who previously served at Kisiwa Technical Institute (TTI), has been named the new Principal of Bungoma National Polytechnic.
This appointment comes after the resignation of his predecessor, Rosebella Chukwu, amid growing unrest at the institution.
Chukwu stepped down from her position following widespread student protests.
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The unrest among the student body was primarily driven by demands for her transfer. The situation escalated, leading to significant disruption on campus.
Tragic Incident During the Protests
The protests turned violent when a female student was fatally shot by anti-riot police who were deployed to disperse the demonstrators.
The incident occurred as authorities attempted to restore order and quell the chaos.
In the aftermath of the protests, the students damaged school property, including infrastructure.
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The acts of vandalism left a considerable amount of destruction on the campus, highlighting the intensity of the situation.
Dr. Godfrey Murunga Appointed New Principal of Bungoma National Polytechnic.
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