Serious questions are now being directed at Gilgil Hills Academy after postmortem results showed that Baby Faiz did not drown, directly contradicting the school’s earlier explanation.
The findings have put the school under intense scrutiny, with many accusing it of giving a misleading account of how the three-year-old lost his life while under their care.
The school had initially told the family that the child drowned in a fishpond within the compound.
However, the postmortem revealed there was no water in his lungs or stomach, which is a key sign doctors expect in drowning cases.
This alone has raised strong doubts about the truthfulness of the school’s version. Instead of a tragic accident, the evidence now points to something far more serious that may have been covered up.
Further findings from the examination showed that Baby Faiz had a severe head injury. This has led to growing suspicion that the child may have been struck before his death.
Some reports suggest that a member of staff could have been involved, and that the body was later placed in the fishpond to create the impression of drowning. If this is confirmed, it would mean the school not only failed to protect the child but also attempted to hide what really happened.
The timeline of events also raises concern. Baby Faiz was reported missing at around 10 in the morning, yet his body was only found hours later at about 1 p.m.
Questions are now being asked about how a child so young could go missing for that long without immediate action. Parents and the public are wondering whether there was proper supervision and whether the school responded quickly enough.
Another troubling issue is the school’s attempt to conduct the postmortem without the presence of the family. This move has been widely seen as suspicious.
In sensitive cases involving a child’s death, transparency is expected. By trying to handle the process alone, the school has only deepened mistrust and anger among the family and the public.
The reaction from the family shows the level of pain and frustration. At the Gilgil Hospital mortuary, tensions boiled over as they confronted school representatives.
Their anger reflects a wider feeling among many parents across the country who are now questioning the safety of their children in schools.
Gilgil Hills Academy has yet to provide a clear explanation that matches the medical findings. Its silence and earlier claims have only added to the belief that it may be trying to avoid responsibility. This case is no longer just about one child. It has become a serious test of accountability in schools.
Authorities are now expected to carry out a full investigation to establish what truly happened during the hours Baby Faiz went missing. The focus will likely be on staff conduct, supervision, and whether there was any attempt to mislead the family and investigators.What happened to Baby Faiz has shaken that trust deeply. His family is left with grief and unanswered questions, while the school faces growing pressure to explain its actions and take responsibility if found at fault.
