A Lagos teacher, Stella Nwadigo, was arrested after a viral video showed her repeatedly slapping a young child during a lesson, sparking public outrage and calls for improved teacher conduct and child protection in schools.
A teacher in Lagos State, identified as Stella Nwadigo, has been arrested after a viral video captured her repeatedly slapping a young child during a lesson.
The disturbing footage shows Stella seated at her desk while the child, standing before her, attempts to write numbers as instructed. Each time the child made a mistake, she landed a slap on his face, an act many have condemned as outright cruelty.
The video, recorded by an anonymous individual, sparked outrage on social media, with many users criticizing the teacher’s behavior. One commenter stated, “Teachers are trained to have patience with kids. You shouldn’t be beating a child like a common criminal.”
In a follow-up video, Stella was seen being apprehended while teaching in class. The arrest was reportedly carried out after the incident gained widespread attention online, drawing condemnation from the public.
See Reactions Below:
• @EbituPromise: “This one was caught on camera; there are many that were not. Teachers must exercise patience with children.”
• @Unwanaassam1: “No normal person would do this to a child. Her arrest is commendable.”
• @AGINAS: “Many teachers carry their frustrations from home into the classroom, and students bear the brunt.”
• @Bartezz10: “This is the power of social media. We should use the same energy to hold our leaders accountable.”
The incident has reignited conversations about teacher conduct and the need for better oversight and training to ensure the safety and well-being of children in schools.
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