Enugu School Principal Accused of Unfair Distribution of Sanitary Pads to Students
The incident occurred when two siblings purchased sanitary pads worth 250,000 naira to support girls who could not afford them.
Zita Ezechi 
A charitable act aimed at providing sanitary pads to girls in senior classes at an undisclosed government secondary school in Enugu has turned into a tale of disappointment and accusations of misconduct by school authorities. The incident occurred when two siblings purchased sanitary pads worth 250,000 naira to support girls who could not afford them.
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"I and my sister bought sanitary pads worth N250k to share with all the girls in senior classes at a particular government secondary school in Enugu," he recounted. "After speaking to them, the principal (a female) told us the form teachers will help share the pads to the girls. We wanted to do it ourselves, but she insisted."
The pads, intended to provide much-needed hygiene support to underprivileged students, were meticulously counted to ensure equitable distribution. However, the siblings were distraught when they learned how the distribution was handled by the school administration.
"It was supposed to be shared with one pack per person. We counted the girls. We cried when the girls told us the principal shared half of the pads between herself and the teachers," Ms. Okoro expressed with frustration. "Almost half of the girls didn't get any, and the other half got just 2-3 pieces, which means three girls share one pack."
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The revelation has sparked widespread condemnation and outrage among community members and observers alike. "People are wicked. Very wicked," an individual lamented.
"Most of these girls couldn't afford buying a sanitary pad. Some use clothes as makeshift pads. The school fee is 4k but some of them are unable to pay," she added, highlighting the dire circumstances faced by the students.
Commentators have joined in expressing their dismay over the incident. "Are you surprised? That is exactly Nigeria for you; you were even lucky that they gave them small sef," remarked one concerned citizen. "Have you ever wondered how they share palliatives in this country before? That's exactly how it is."
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Another commenter suggested a more direct approach to ensure fairness in distribution: "If it's me, I will share it myself. If she does not agree, I will go wait for them at the gate when school is over."
