MURIC Demands Suspension of Olubi School Principal, VPs Over Alleged Religious Discrimination

MURIC Demands Suspension of Olubi School Principal, VPs Over Alleged Religious Discrimination

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called for the immediate suspension of the principal and two vice principals of Olubi Memorial Grammar School, Kudeti, Ibadan, following allegations of religious discrimination and administrative misconduct.

In a press release dated February 25, 2026, signed by Ambassador Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade, MURIC accused the Oyo State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), Ibadan Zone 1, and the school management of suppressing the religious rights of Muslim teachers and students.

The human rights organisation claimed that five Muslim teachers were recently transferred after defending the constitutional rights of Muslim students to observe daily prayers and participate in faith-based activities. In total, eight staff members were transferred, including three Christian teachers.

MURIC also condemned a directive allegedly suspending all religious activities within the school premises, calling it disproportionate and discriminatory. “Public schools funded by taxpayers’ money cannot be turned into religious enclaves,” the statement read. “Muslim students have the constitutional right to observe their daily prayers, operate their Muslim Students’ Society (MSSN), wear hijab, and participate equitably in school assemblies.”

The group emphasized that Olubi Memorial Grammar School, formerly known as Urban Day Grammar School, Kudeti, is a government-established institution, not a missionary or denominational school.

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Concerns were also raised about the posting of five new teachers on February 23, 2026, of whom four are Christians and only one is a Muslim, teaching Islamic Religious Studies (IRS). MURIC argued that this reflects an imbalance, especially given the need for additional IRS teachers.

MURIC’s Demands

1. Immediate suspension of the principal, Pastor Adegbola, Vice Principal (Admin) Mr. Oluwatoyin, and Vice Principal Mrs. Enahoro pending a transparent investigation.
2. Redeployment of the five transferred Muslim teachers back to the school.
3. Restoration of MSSN activities and equal allocation of assembly days—two for Muslims, two for Christians, and one for general assembly.
4. Unhindered observance of Dhur prayers and accommodation for Jumu’ah prayers where feasible.
5. Unrestricted use of hijab in line with constitutional provisions and judicial precedents.
6. Posting of at least one additional qualified IRS teacher.
7. Administrative balance in leadership postings.
8. Consideration of reverting the school’s name to Urban Day Grammar School, Kudeti, to reflect its public ownership.

MURIC warned against what it described as the subtle exhibition of religious supremacy in public institutions, urging the Oyo State Government to intervene to prevent further escalation. “We reiterate that MURIC stands for dialogue, not violence. However, silence in the face of oppression is not an option. We shall pursue all lawful and constitutional means to ensure that justice prevails,” the statement added.

As of press time, neither the school officials nor TESCOM had responded publicly to the allegations.

MURIC Demands Suspension of Olubi School Principal, VPs Over Alleged Religious Discrimination