The Niger State Government has condemned in strong terms a trending video of a primary school pupil in a debate wherein he used strong words to make his point.
The State Ministry of Information in a statement by its information officer, Jibrin Usman Kodo frowned at the use of vulgar language in the debate by the young boy.
The education ministry opined that the behavior goes against the values of respect and decorum expected in educational settings.
The statement further added that the Niger State Commissioner of Education, Hadiza Mohammed vowed to investigate the event and take disciplinary action against the coaches of the boy.
Read the full statement below:
“Niger State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has expressed deep concern over the recent incident involving the use of vulgar and violent language in a School debate by a pupil
“The reaction of the ministry is rooted on a video circulating on social media, showing a primary School Pupil using inappropriate language during a debate competition in one of the Schools in Niger State.”
“The Ministry observed with dismay the disturbing content of the video, where it was evident that the Student had been coached to use violence and vulgar language in his presentation. ”
“Such behavior is not only unacceptable by the Ministry but also goes against the values of respect and decorum that should be upheld in Educational settings”.
“The Ministry under the leadership of the Hon. Commissioner, Dr. Hadiza Asabe Mohammed emphasized the importance of promoting a positive and respectful learning environment for Students and Pupils at their formative age, the use of vulgar and violent languages not only reflects poor orientation for the individual pupil but also on the School and the Educational system as a whole.”
“In view of the foregoing, the Commissioner, has vowed to investigate the incident further and take appropriate disciplinary action against those responsible for coaching the Student to use such language.”
“Dr. Hadiza have also urged Schools to reinforce the importance and proper conduct among Students, both in and out of the classroom.”
“The Ministry remains committed to upholding high Standards of behavior and academic excellence in Schools and will not tolerate any form of behavior that undermines these principles.”
