PRIMARY SCHOOLINBENIN CITY

Child abuse is a pervasive issue affecting children worldwide, with severe consequencesfor their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. This study investigates themanifestation of child abuse among primary school pupils in Benin City, Nigeria. Adescriptive survey design was employed, with a sample of 120 pupils from public and private schools. The findings corroborate existing literature on emotional and physical abuse, highlighting the need for urgent attention to prevent and address child abuse in educational settings. The study recommends awareness programme, teacher training and policy reforms to ensure a safe and supportive environment for children.