The 81 Division Nigerian Army is investigating a video circulating on social media showing a disciplinary action taken against a female student at Command Secondary School, Ipaja, Lagos. The incident occurred on February 26, 2026, during a routine classroom inspection aimed at enforcing school regulations.
Preliminary findings indicate that the student was improperly dressed and had handed over her shoes to a classmate before the inspection. She was also found to have made a caricature of the inspecting officer.
The Nigerian Army has expressed concern over the incident and assured that the matter is being taken seriously. The officer involved is currently being investigated, and a comprehensive review of the circumstances is ongoing.
The Division prioritizes the welfare, safety, and dignity of students in its schools and assures the public that it is committed to maintaining a safe and disciplined learning environment.
