TEACHER ARRESTED OVER ASSAULT OF 10-YEAR-OLD PUPIL IN BORNO
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The Borno State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old teacher, Bukar Modu, for allegedly assaulting a 10-year-old boy, Bashir Babaji, who reportedly skipped class in the Bulabulin area of Maiduguri, the state capital.
The command’s spokesperson, Kenneth Daso, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Monday.
Over the weekend, a disturbing video went viral, showing the teacher viciously flogging the minor with a whip.
During the assault, another unidentified boy was seen pouring water and sand on the victim.
Despite the child’s screams and visible distress, the beating continued, with the teacher even pinning him down by placing a leg on his body to prevent escape.
Providing details of the incident, Daso stated that investigations revealed the assault took place on March 16.
He added that public outrage following the video’s circulation prompted swift action, leading to the identification and arrest of the suspect with the help of community members.
Daso stated, “The Borno State Police Command wishes to inform the general public of the arrest of one Bukar Modu, 30 years old, in connection with a viral video that surfaced on social media showing the physical abuse of a minor in the Bulabulin Alajeri area along Baga-Road, Maiduguri.
“On Saturday, March 16, 2025, at about 1300HRS, one Bukar Modu was recorded physically assaulting a 10-year-old boy identified as Bashir Babaji. Preliminary investigations revealed that the child, who is his student, was allegedly punished for absconding from class.
“The video, which recently resurfaced and has been widely circulated online, sparked outrage and public concern. Upon receipt of the video, the Command swiftly initiated action to identify and apprehend the suspects. With the support of vigilant community members and operatives of the Civilian Joint Task Force, the suspect was successfully apprehended.”
He added that the minor was taken to a hospital for treatment while the suspect has been subjected to an ongoing investigation.
The PPRO noted that the suspect would be charged in court upon the conclusion of the ongoing investigation.
“The victim has since been taken to the hospital for medical examination and evaluation while the suspect is in custody. The case is still under investigation and will be charged in court.
“While the Command appreciates the public’s concern and compassion over the incident, we urge citizens to refrain from making inflammatory or disruptive comments that could incite unrest or jeopardize ongoing investigations.
“The Borno State Police Command remains committed to upholding justice and ensuring the safety and welfare of all children in the state. We assure the public that this case will be pursued with the utmost diligence and transparency,” the statement concluded.
Recall that on January 8, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency confirmed the arrest of a teacher following a viral video showing the suspect allegedly physically abusing a three-year-old boy at a school in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State.
The video, shared by Oyindamola, who identifies as #dammiedammie35, captured a female teacher slapping the child’s face.
The video, captioned, “Footage from Christ-Mitots School in Ikorodu, showed a teacher named Stella Nwadigo mistreating and physically abusing a three-year-old boy, Abayomi Micheal.
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