JUST IN: Lagos School Suspends Teacher After Video Shows Abuse of 3-Year-Old Pupil

• The video attracted public condemnation leading to the teacher’s arrest
• The school also introduced a whistle-blowing system
• The School says the action condemnable

The management of Christ Mitots School in Ikorodu, Lagos State, has taken decisive action in response to a viral video showing one of its teachers, Stella Nwadigo, physically abusing a three-year-old pupil for struggling to write numbers.

Eko Hot Blog reports that in a statement released on Thursday, the school confirmed the indefinite suspension of the 45-year-old teacher, condemning her actions as unacceptable.

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The video, which surfaced on Wednesday, sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from the public, ultimately leading to Nwadigo’s arrest.

In the two-minute footage, the teacher can be seen repeatedly slapping the toddler for not learning to write numbers quickly enough.

“We are aware of a deeply troubling incident involving a teacher engaging in physical discipline of a student in a manner that is completely unacceptable.

As an institution that is deeply committed to fostering a culture of respect, care and dignity, we are horrified by this incident and wish to make it clear that such actions will not be tolerated.

In response, the teacher involved has been suspended indefinitely, while a thorough investigation is being conducted,” it said.

The school said that its immediate and decisive action reflected its zero-tolerance for misconduct and its obligation to safeguard every child under its care.

It stated, “As such, we have an open door policy to provide students, parents and guardians with a safe space to voice any concerns without fear.”

The school said that it had apologised to the pupil and his family.

It added, “We have reached out to them to express our regret. We ask for the public’s patience and understanding as we work to address this matter responsibly and comprehensively.

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We will be organising mandatory training sessions for teachers to reinforce child protection protocols, emphasise positive disciplinary practices, and cultivate greater sensitivity in interactions with students.”

According to the school, it has also introduced a whistle-blowing system to encourage prompt reporting of inappropriate behaviour.

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