Teacher in custody for beating pupil to coma, school shut
Source: The Punch Newspaper
Incident Overview:
- A 30-year-old teacher at Landmark School in Anambra State arrested for beating an eight-year-old pupil into a coma
- State Commissioner for Education announced permanent closure of the school due to the incident and its illegality
- Victim’s chances of survival are low, with only 20% chance according to a medical doctor
- Commissioner emphasized seriousness of running illegal schools and child abuse, warning perpetrators of consequences
Authorities Response:
The authorities responded by arresting the 30-year-old teacher for allegedly beating an eight-year-old pupil into a coma and announcing the permanent closure of the Landmark School in Anambra State due to the incident and its illegality. The state Commissioner for Education expressed sadness over the situation, highlighting the low chances of the victim’s survival and warning against running illegal schools and child abuse.
Conclusion:
The incident at Landmark School in Anambra State, where a teacher allegedly beat a pupil into a coma, has led to swift action by the authorities, including the arrest of the teacher and the closure of the school. The response underscores the seriousness of child abuse and the operation of illegal schools, emphasizing the need for accountability and protection of children in educational settings.
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Source of image: The Punch Newspaper
