Teacher Remanded After Flogging Pupil to Death in Anambra

One Faith Nwoye, a primary school teacher at Landmark International School in Mgbakwu, Anambra State, Nigeria, has been remanded in a correctional facility following the tragic death of her eight-year-old pupil, Henry Okonkwo, whom she reportedly flogged.

The incident prompted legal action after a petition was filed against the school’s Proprietor, Promise Iloh, and the teacher, by Ojiakor Okonkwo. The case was brought before a special court handling women and children-related matters, where the teacher was remanded.

Commissioner for Education, Prof Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, ordered the immediate closure of Landmark International School pending a thorough investigation into the matter. She assured the public that justice would be pursued vigorously, emphasizing the need to uphold child rights and prevent such incidents in educational settings.

The tragic incident has sparked widespread concern and calls for stricter regulations and oversight in schools to safeguard students’ welfare and prevent abuse.