Mother Accuses School of Religious Discrimination Against 13-Year-Old Daughter
A Nigerian mother has come forward with serious allegations against her daughter's school, claiming the institution expelled the 13-year-old student because she no longer practices Christianity. The incident, which occurred in November 2025, has raised concerns about religious tolerance in educational institutions.
The Beginning of the Conflict
According to the mother, the trouble began when she informed the school that her daughter should not be forced to participate in Christian activities. Despite this clear communication, she claims the school's head began singling out her child during assembly meetings, making comments that repeatedly embarrassed the young student.
The situation took an emotional toll on the teenager, who often returned home in tears. The mother described how her daughter struggled with the constant public humiliation and the feeling of being targeted for her religious choices.
The Incident That Led to Expulsion
The conflict reached its peak when, after another episode of bullying, the girl told classmates she would "pray about it at her altar." Other students reported this statement to school authorities, triggering what the mother describes as an unfair disciplinary process.
The school allegedly summoned only her daughter and began expulsion proceedings without consulting the parents of the students who had made the report. This one-sided approach to discipline has raised questions about the institution's commitment to fair treatment.
The Expulsion Process and Police Involvement
The mother immediately requested a refund of school fees and a written explanation for the actions taken against her daughter. When the school failed to respond promptly, she returned the following day to follow up on her requests.
In what the mother describes as a particularly harsh move, the school announced the expulsion to her daughter's entire class shortly after she left the premises. The public nature of this announcement added to the family's distress.
The situation escalated further when the mother returned to the school again and found police officers present on campus. Eventually, she received both the refund and an official letter confirming her daughter's expulsion from the institution.
This case highlights ongoing concerns about how educational institutions in Nigeria handle religious diversity and student rights. The mother's account suggests a need for clearer policies protecting students from discrimination based on their beliefs.
