Teacher in Police Custody Following Viral Video of Child Abuse in Bauchi

A teacher in Bauchi State has been placed in police detention following a public outcry over a viral video that depicts a male pupil being tied and severely beaten. The shocking footage, which circulated widely on social media platforms, shows the young student visibly distressed while being subjected to the brutal treatment by a man believed to be his teacher.

The incident has triggered a wave of condemnation from parents, civil society organizations, and child rights advocates who are demanding swift justice and a review of disciplinary practices in schools. While the specific details of the incident, including the name of the school and the teacher, have not yet been released by the Bauchi State Police Command, sources confirm that an investigation is underway.

This case adds to a growing number of reported incidents of school-related violence in Nigeria, despite numerous government policies aimed at protecting children. In the past, the Bauchi State Ministry of Education has cautioned school proprietors and teachers against the use of corporal punishment, particularly in Islamic and Islamiyya schools, citing that such actions can cause significant bodily harm and, in some tragic cases, lead to death.

The police have assured the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted to determine the full extent of the abuse and that all those found culpable will face the full weight of the law. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for heightened child protection measures and improved teacher training on non-violent disciplinary techniques in educational institutions across the country.