A viral video showing a teacher physically abusing a three year old at a school in Ikorodu. The video was shared by Oyindamola and it captured the teacher slapping the child’s face.
The video was captured, ” Footage from Christ-Mitots School in Ikorodu, a teacher named Stella Nwadigo was witnessed mistreating and physically abusing a three-year-old boy, Abayomi Micheal. The footage has raised serious concerns about the safety and well-being of our little ones in school.”
The video sparked reaction and the attention given lead to the action taken by the Police. Police
Proper has been taken and the Lagos State Domestic and Sextual violence agency took action and arrested the teacher. The announcement was made in a statement shared on X today.
The Lagos State Command gave this statement.
“We appreciate everyone who brought the disturbing incident of a teacher who was recorded physically abusing a 3-year-old boy to our attention.
“We are pleased to inform the public that the teacher in question has been arrested by Owutu FSU, and an investigation has commenced in earnest.”
“Indeed, institutions of learning should be safe, warm, and protective environments for all children in their care. The State Government remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of every child by enforcing strict regulations, holding offenders accountable, and working with stakeholders to promote a zero-tolerance policy for abuse in any form.
“If you have any additional information about this case or similar incidents, please do not hesitate to reach out to us via our toll-free hotline: 08000 333 333 or send a direct message on our social media platforms
This incident has lead to the parents and guardians of Christ-Mitots School student being alarmed. Alot of people have began to call for stricter regulation to prevent similar occurrence.
Here are some reactions from concerned Nigerians.
“The swift action is encouraging. She should be tried and prosecuted. The Christ-Mitots School in Ikorodu should be investigated because there might be other abuse and safeguarding issues.
We should also call on our government to look at hawking, homelessness, housemaid, etc. ” By Ubong Abia.
“Omo honestly the matter nor reach the wah una dey carry am sha
So nobody has slap his or her child in Nigeria, she can be dismissed and laws would be passed that teachers can’t touch any student instead of all this arrest and threats on her.
I really feel bad for this woman” By Emiteteh Napoleon.
“That school should be closed down. How can you lift your hands up and strike a three year old because the child is not getting instructions it right? It means you are a bad teacher.” By Abel onouche Andrew.
“I really think people should get a psych eval before being employed as teachers because teaching requires the utmost patience & tact.
People with anger issues have no business teaching” by Abby abi
“Absolutely disturbing! A 3-year-old child deserves nurturing and care, not physical abuse. Stella Nwadigo’s actions are unacceptable and Christ-Mitots School needs to take immediate action. Protecting our children is everyone’s responsibility!” By John Hart.
“My heart bleeds for th boy. See the tremble in his voice. This is how they kill the confidence and self-esteem of these little ones, and they grow with it” by F8 d gr8.
“Thank God for social media
This evil teachers need to be punished
Saw lots worse than this happening in schools and they go unpunished” by Pepe Peter.
“Is this one a teacher? Just imagine the kind of slap she gave a 3 year old. This woman is really cruel. If she’s tired of teaching job, why can’t she stay at home by Ishlowleck.”
“And you sure say this wan get pikin? If she does they need to take the kids away from her🤦🏿♂️ ANIMAL IN HUMAN FLESH 😤 I’m sure this is how she treats all the students in that class” by Toxic boom.
