In a heartwarming turn of events, 3-year-old Abayomi Michael, who was subjected to repeated abuse by his female teacher, Stella Nwadigbo, who works at Christ-Mitots school in Lagos, has received a generous reward for his resilience.
The young boy, who was allegedly slapped multiple times by Nwadigbo in a Lagos school for being unable to write the number 65, has now been granted a scholarship to the university level, a two-bedroom flat, and a one million naira cash prize by Gidi Real Estate Limited.
The disturbing incident, which unfolded in a Lagos school, sparked outrage among parents, educators, and human rights activists.
Nwadigbo reportedly grew frustrated with Abayomi’s inability to complete the simple task and resorted to physical punishment.
Eyewitnesses recount how the teacher’s actions left the boy in distress, raising questions about the adequacy of child protection measures within the school system.
However, in a show of support and compassion, Gidi Real Estate Limited stepped forward to offer a bright future for the young child.
The company’s leadership, moved by the incident, announced the scholarship as well as a commitment to supporting Abayomi’s education through to university level.
Additionally, they provided a two-bedroom flat to his family, ensuring a more stable living environment.
The monetary gift of one million naira is intended to further support the child’s well-being and future endeavors.
The company’s intervention has been met with widespread acclaim, as the generosity serves as both a moment of healing for the young boy and a call to action for greater protection of children in schools across the country.
The scholarship and other gifts are expected to provide Abayomi with opportunities that will help him overcome the trauma caused by the incident.
As investigations into the abuse continue, Abayomi’s story has ignited an important conversation on the need for reforms in the educational system, particularly regarding child discipline and teacher conduct.
Parents and activists are advocating for stricter policies to ensure that such incidents do not repeat and that children’s rights are upheld in every learning environment.