In Ugya community of Toto Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, a junior secondary school principal is accused of physically assaulting a JSS 2 pupil after the child allegedly refused to perform manual labour beyond school hours. The incident, reported by resident Huzaifa Yusuf, sparked outrage among locals who say the beating was excessive.
**Why did the principal resort to violence?**
According to Yusuf, the student was punished because he did not comply with the principal’s demand to carry out extra chores after the school day ended. The resident quoted him saying, "the student was beaten by the principal for allegedly failing to go for manual labour after school hours."
**What response did the father give?**
The boy’s father visited the school to lodge a complaint and warned the principal against repeating such treatment. Instead of addressing the grievance, authorities reportedly escorted the father to a police station for confronting the school head.
**What actions are being demanded?**
Community members have appealed to the [Nasaraawa State Ministry of Education](https://education.nasarawastate.gov.ng) and other relevant bodies to launch a probe into the matter and ensure that justice is served for the student and his family.
**What is the broader impact?**
The episode has heightened concerns over student welfare and disciplinary practices in schools across the state, prompting calls for stricter oversight and protection of pupils’ rights.