The management of Lead British International School in Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria, has expressed strong condemnation over a bullying incident that recently came to light at the institution. Following the surfacing of several viral videos displaying cases of harassment within the school premises, the school administration has released a statement addressing the issue.
In response to the videos that sparked outrage on social media, particularly on Twitter where user @mooyeeeeeee initially shared the clips in a quest for justice, one of the victims identified as Namtira Bwala has been at the center of the attention. The footage captured a distressing scene where Namtira was subjected to physical violence by her fellow schoolmates, prompting calls from concerned Nigerians for accountability.
One of the clips portrayed Namtira being slapped repeatedly by another female student while being taunted with the question, ‘Who broke my heart?’ The distressing videos shed light on the issue of bullying within the school environment, highlighting the need for immediate action to address such misconduct.
Nigerians on social media, including users on the Daily Post platform, have voiced their demand for justice to be served in light of the disturbing footage. Comments expressed a shared sentiment of outrage towards the perpetrators and emphasized the importance of holding both the school management and the individuals involved accountable for their actions.
The identified student, Namtira Bwala, has become a focal point in the discussions surrounding the incident. With calls for justice intensifying online, the pressure mounts on Lead British International School to take concrete steps to address the bullying incident and ensure the safety and well-being of its students.
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