By Ifeoluwa Odunayo
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to combat bullying in schools with the inauguration of a seven-member committee dedicated to reviewing cases and enforcing swift action.
Announcing the initiative in Abuja on Tuesday, the Ministry of Education’s spokesperson, Folasade Boriowo, confirmed that the committee has been established and will begin work immediately.
Education Minister Tunji Alausa highlighted the devastating psychological effects of bullying and stressed the need for urgent intervention to ensure a safe learning environment.
To enhance reporting and accountability, the ministry introduced confidential channels, including a hotline (09012660044), email (antibullying@education.gov.ng), and WhatsApp (08052536133), for victims and witnesses to report incidents.
Alausa called on school administrators, teachers, parents, and students to actively support the initiative and help create a safer educational system.
