The Federal Government has ordered an investigation into the alleged bullying among students of Lead British International School, Abuja.
Folasade Boriowo, Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.
While expressing the Ministry’s dismay over the incident, she stated that the culprits involved in the incident will be punished.
In the statement, Boriowo expressed profound concern for the safety of all students within educational establishments across the country, noting that bullying in any form contravenes the fundamental rights and dignity of young learners
The statement read: “The Federal Ministry of Education is aware of an online video detailing instances of bullying at Lead British International School.
“We view this incident with utmost gravity and express our dismay and profound concern for the safety of all students within our educational establishments.
“Bullying in any form contravenes the fundamental rights and dignity of our young learners.
“Accordingly, the Ministry has initiated an investigation into the matter and will work closely with pertinent stakeholders to ensure that culprits are brought to book to stop such unwholesome practices.
“The paramount objective remains the safeguarding and well-being of every student and ensuring a learning environment that is devoid of any form of violence and intimidation by anyone.
“The Ministry will henceforth ensure vigilant monitoring of negative practices in schools, and individuals are also encouraged to report any incidents of violence and intimidation.”
