Teacher Arrested for Assaulting 3-Year-Old Student in Ikorodu, Lagos

Stella Nwadigo, a teacher at Christ-Mitots School in Ikorodu, Lagos, has been arrested following the emergence of video evidence depicting her alleged physical abuse of a young student. The video, which circulated rapidly on social media, captured Nwadigo repeatedly slapping 3-year-old Abayomi Micheal as he struggled to write the number ‘six’ during a lesson.

The footage has not only led to Nwadigo‘s arrest but has also ignited a significant conversation about child safety and the treatment of students in educational settings. The incident reportedly took place in the classroom, highlighting a severe breach of trust and responsibility expected from educators.

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) swiftly responded to the outcry, confirming the arrest of the implicated teacher. “We have taken immediate action to ensure the safety and well-being of the child involved and to address this egregious act of violence,” stated a DSVA spokesperson. The agency emphasized its commitment to investigating further and ensuring that justice is served, while also calling for schools to reevaluate their child protection policies and teacher training programs.

The public reaction has been one of shock and anger, with many individuals and organizations demanding systemic changes within the educational sector to prevent such incidents. Social media posts have been flooded with calls for justice for Abayomi Micheal and discussions on the broader implications for child safety in schools.

“This should never happen to any child. It’s high time we demand better from those entrusted with our children’s education and well-being,” one social media user commented, reflecting the general sentiment of the online community.

Christ-Mitots School has yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident. However, the spotlight is now on the institution to review its practices and ensure that such abuses are condemned and actively prevented.

The case has also prompted a dialogue on the importance of surveillance in classrooms, where live feeds could potentially prevent or quickly address such abusive behaviors. Meanwhile, child rights advocates are leveraging this incident to push for stronger legal frameworks and enforcement to protect students from all forms of abuse in educational environments.