Nigeria’s Corporal Punishment Crisis: Student Dies After 164 Strikes
Yes, this tragic incident has sparked widespread outrage. A young student reportedly died after allegedly being flogged excessively—up to 164 strokes—by a teacher at a school in Ogun State, Nigeria.
The boy, identified as a student at the school, supposedly endured the punishment, which has raised serious concerns about corporal punishment in Nigerian schools.
The school and local authorities are investigating the incident, with many parents and advocacy groups calling for accountability and a reassessment of disciplinary practices within educational institutions.
This tragic case has brought to light ongoing debates in Nigeria regarding corporal punishment and children’s rights in schools, as well as the urgent need for protective measures for students.