A Nigerian student in the United States, Oluwasegun Sanni, is facing a serious legal battle after he was charged with second-degree sexual assault following an allegation made by an underage female student at his school.
Sanni, a 19-year-old student of Mount Saint Charles Academy, was arrested on March 17, 2026, and later appeared in court on Monday. The case has since drawn attention within the school community and beyond, especially after details of the allegation emerged in local media reports.
According to reports, the accusation came from a female student whose identity has been withheld because she is a minor. Authorities say the alleged incident happened outside a locker room, where the student claimed she was inappropriately touched. Because of the nature of the case and the age of the complainant, officials have handled the matter with heightened sensitivity.
At his arraignment, the court reportedly ordered Sanni to have no contact whatsoever with the student, despite the fact that they both attend the same school. The judge made it clear that he must avoid any form of communication or interaction with her while the legal process continues.
The incident has also caused concern among parents and students of the school. Reports say families were informed that a serious matter involving two students had occurred, while students were urged not to spread rumours or engage in gossip as the issue is now before the authorities.
In a statement, Mount Saint Charles Academy said it is aware of the allegation and is cooperating fully with law enforcement. The school stressed that it takes such reports seriously and remains committed to ensuring student safety while respecting the rights and dignity of everyone involved.
Sanni was eventually released on personal recognizance, meaning he was not held in custody but is expected to return to court as the case progresses. For now, the matter remains an allegation before the court, and the outcome will depend on the legal process.