In a shocking case of child abuse, the Lagos State Police Command has arrested Stella Nwadigo, a classroom teacher at Christ-Mitots School, Isawo Road, Ikorodu, after a disturbing video showing her assaulting a three-year-old pupil went viral.
The two-minute video, which surfaced online on Wednesday, has ignited a storm of outrage, drawing widespread condemnation from Nigerians across social media platforms and beyond. The clip captured Nwadigo repeatedly striking the young child—five times in quick succession—while attempting to teach numbers 61 and 62.
The sheer brutality of the act has sparked emotional reactions. One X (formerly Twitter) user, Mr. Xperience, expressed his anger, saying, “She’s not even remorseful one bit. I hate when they just arrest them like that without any form of torture and headbutts.”
The arrest of the teacher followed swift intervention by the Lagos State Police Command after the video triggered a public outcry. In an official statement, the police assured the public that the case would be thoroughly investigated and justice would be served.
Parents and child-rights activists have also joined the chorus of condemnation, calling for stricter oversight in schools and harsher penalties for educators who abuse their positions of trust. “This is a betrayal of the sacred duty of a teacher to nurture and protect children,” said Bola Akinlade, a child-rights advocate.
Christ-Mitots School has yet to issue a formal statement addressing the incident, but parents in the community have reportedly demanded an immediate review of the school’s policies and disciplinary measures.
The video has reignited calls for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s education system, particularly regarding the recruitment and training of teachers. As the investigation continues, Nigerians are demanding accountability, not only for the teacher involved but also for the school’s administration.
This incident highlights a troubling issue: the lack of adequate mechanisms to prevent such occurrences in learning institutions. For many, it serves as a wake-up call to prioritize child safety and well-being in schools across the country.
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