Shadows of Abuse: Students Expose Teacher’s Sexual Assault and Exam Extortion at Lagos School [VIDEO]

 

A chilling wave of allegations has swept through Babs Fafunwa Millennium Senior Secondary School in Lagos State, exposing a dark underbelly of abuse and corruption. Disturbing accounts from students, captured in a video interview published by Vanguard Newspaper, have revealed harrowing experiences of alleged sexual assault by a Further Mathematics teacher, Mr. Egberongbe Adegbenga Toheeb. The accusations paint a grim picture of a trusted educator exploiting his authority, preying on vulnerable students with promises of academic rewards.

One student recounted a terrifying encounter inside the school’s ICT lab during an assembly. The dimly lit, stifling room became a scene of horror as the teacher allegedly grabbed her from behind, forcibly kissing her and attempting to escalate the assault. She described how he pinned her against a table, ignoring her pleas and assertions of her inexperience. “I said please stop, I have never done this,” she recounted, her voice trembling in the video. The teacher reportedly offered to boost her grades in mathematics and other subjects if she agreed to be his girlfriend, urging her to remain silent to avoid mutual embarrassment. Her resistance and eventual escape marked a traumatic moment that left her shaken.

Another student shared a similar ordeal, explaining how the same teacher cornered her while she attempted to open a window in the lab. His advances were interrupted only by the arrival of SS1 students, allowing her to flee. These accounts are not isolated, as earlier reports by SaharaReporters in April uncovered allegations that at least 11 girls had been targeted by the same teacher. Audio recordings obtained by the outlet revealed a pattern of predatory behavior, with the school’s administration allegedly attempting to suppress the scandal.

The fallout from these revelations has been significant. The Lagos State government responded by arresting and arraigning the school’s principal, Osunrinde Omotayo Abiodun, for allegedly attempting to cover up the abuse. A new principal, Mr. Oluwatoto Oluwafemi, has since been appointed to steer the school through the crisis. However, the institution’s troubles extend beyond the assault allegations, as fresh accusations of academic misconduct have surfaced.

Students preparing for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) have accused certain teachers of extorting them for so-called “expo,” or pre-provided answers, at a cost of N500 per subject. One student described how teachers pressured them to pay for answers during exams like Civic Education and Marketing, warning that refusal could lead to repercussions. “They told us not to tell people about them giving us ‘expo,’” a student revealed to SaharaReporters. Those unable to pay faced threats, with some teachers allegedly disrupting exams for non-compliant students. Compounding the issue, students noted that the provided answers were often incorrect, further undermining the integrity of the examination process.

The allegations have sparked outrage among parents, students, and advocacy groups, raising questions about the safety and ethical standards within Lagos State’s education system. The state government’s swift action in replacing the principal signals an acknowledgment of the severity of the situation, but many are calling for broader reforms to address systemic issues. The combination of sexual misconduct and academic extortion has eroded trust in the institution, leaving students and their families demanding accountability and justice.

Efforts to reach school officials for comment were unsuccessful at the time of reporting, but the Lagos State Ministry of Education has promised a thorough investigation. As the community grapples with these disturbing revelations, the voices of the affected students serve as a powerful reminder of the need for vigilance and reform to protect the most vulnerable in educational spaces. The road to restoring trust at Babs Fafunwa Millennium Senior Secondary School will be long, but the courage of these students in speaking out has ignited a crucial conversation about safety and integrity in Nigeria’s schools.

'Teacher pushed me, raised my skirt'; NYSC member fights for 13 victims of sexual abuse in Lagos school pic.twitter.com/SOQxsX1tS7

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