A tragic incident occurred at Obada Grammar School in Imeko Afon Local Government Area, Ogun State, where a teenage student, Monday Ariyo, reportedly died after being flogged 164 times by a teacher.
The situation escalated when Ariyo made a comment about a dustbin brought into the classroom, questioning, “Is it not our money they used to buy it?” This remark allegedly angered the teacher, who subsequently reported the matter to the school principal.
Following the principal’s instruction, the teacher administered the severe punishment, which witnesses claim involved 164 strokes. After the flogging, Ariyo collapsed and was rushed to a nearby hospital, but his condition deteriorated, leading to his unfortunate passing. A video circulating online shows the somber moment his body was transferred into an ambulance at the Federal Medical Centre in Abeokuta.
The incident has sparked outrage on social media, with activist @justadetoun sharing the story on Instagram and calling for justice. After hearing the news, Adetoun traveled to Abeokuta, warning against any hasty burial and urging Ogun State authorities to conduct a thorough investigation to hold those responsible accountable.
