A video circulating on X since April 28, 2026, has triggered widespread outrage after appearing to show a woman holding a knife during a confrontation with a teenage girl.
The caption of the viral post reads: “A mother b3at her 15yr old daughter and carried knife to kpai her but was stopped by her neighbors.”
The footage quickly went viral, with netizens condemning the alleged act and demanding intervention from child protection agencies. Many commenters cited Nigeria’s Child Rights Act 2003 and the Violence Against Persons Prohibition Act 2015, which prohibit physical and psychological abuse of minors, and called on authorities to ensure the girl’s safety.
As of April 29, 2026, there has been no official statement from the Nigeria Police Force, NAPTIP, or state welfare services confirming the identities, location, or date of the incident.
Here are reactions and of netizens:
