Amid reports of discrimination against Nigerians at the Indian Language School in Ilupeju, Lagos, citizens have reacted with outrage, prompting government intervention. The Lagos State Government has initiated a probe into the matter following widespread condemnation of the alleged discrimination.
The controversy arose after the Indian High Commission pledged to take disciplinary action against school staff who denied a correspondent from The PUNCH access to the premises. Reports suggest that Nigerians were being refused admission to the school, with individuals sharing their experiences of discrimination on social media platforms.
Despite attempts to seek clarification from school officials, access was denied to the correspondent, raising concerns about transparency. In response to public outcry, the Lagos State Government has expressed disapproval of any form of discrimination and has pledged to investigate the matter further through the Ministry of Education. The incident has sparked conversations about the treatment of Nigerians by foreign entities within the country and has drawn attention to similar occurrences in other sectors.
Activists have highlighted the violation of human rights and called for accountability from the school management. As the investigation unfolds, Nigerians await official action from the authorities to address the issue of discrimination and uphold the principles of equality and inclusivity in the education sector.
