Lead British International School in Abuja shut down temporarily due to a bullying incident caught on video and shared on social media.
The victim, identified as Maryam Hassan, was shown being slapped repeatedly by another student in the videos.
Following public outcry, the school announced a 3-day closure to investigate the matter thoroughly.
Tensions rose during a meeting when a parent confronted the alleged bully, resulting in a physical altercation.
The school assured that they are providing support to the victim and her family through counseling services, and are also working with the perpetrators and their families to address the behavior.
An investigation is underway to understand the full extent of the incident and its causes.
