Viral Video: Igbinedion Education Centre Expels Students Over Assault on Classmate

Viral Video: Igbinedion Education Centre Expels Students Over Assault on Classmate

The management of Igbinedion Education Centre has confirmed a disturbing bullying incident captured in a viral video involving students of the school, announcing the immediate expulsion of the two students responsible for the assault.

The incident, which sparked widespread outrage on social media, shows two students physically attacking a fellow student inside what appears to be a classroom while other students watch.

In the widely circulated footage, the victim is seen being repeatedly beaten and kicked by the attackers, leaving him visibly distressed and injured. The video quickly triggered public condemnation and renewed concerns about bullying in Nigerian schools.

In a statement released by the school management, the institution said it was aware of the viral video and described the behaviour displayed in the footage as deeply disturbing and unacceptable.

“We are aware of a video currently circulating online showing a serious incident of bullying and physical assault involving students at the school,” the statement said.

“The behaviour shown in the video is deeply disturbing and stands in direct violation of the values and standards we uphold. The school maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against bullying, cultism, intimidation, harassment and any form of violence.”

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According to the statement, the school launched an immediate internal investigation after the video surfaced.

“Following an immediate investigation, the students responsible have been expelled from the school with immediate effect. Such conduct will never be tolerated within our school community.”

The school further stressed that the safety, dignity and wellbeing of every student remain its top priority.

“Our priority remains the safety, dignity and wellbeing of every student. We are providing support to those affected and are working closely with their families to ensure the matter is addressed with the seriousness it deserves,” the management added.

Authorities at the school also confirmed that the incident has been reported to security agencies and that the institution is cooperating fully with investigators.

“The incident has been reported to the appropriate authorities, and knowing that the students are minors, the school is cooperating fully,” the statement added.

Meanwhile, the Edo State Police Command has called on the victim and his family to come forward and lodge an official complaint to enable a proper investigation.

The Police Public Relations Officer of the command, Eno Ikoedem, confirmed that the police were aware of the video.

“I have seen the video, and the only thing I can say for now is that the boy and his parents should come forward and make a complaint so that an investigation can begin,” he said.

The incident has since generated widespread reactions online, with many Nigerians calling for stricter disciplinary measures and stronger anti-bullying policies in Nigerian schools to protect students from harassment and violence.

Education advocates have also urged schools to strengthen monitoring systems, counseling support and reporting mechanisms to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Viral Video: Igbinedion Education Centre Expels Students Over Assault on Classmate