In a recent turn of events, Maryam Hazan, the girl at the center of a viral bullying video, has issued a public apology for her actions.
The video, which circulated widely on social media, depicted Maryam repeatedly slapping a fellow student. In her apology, Maryam expressed remorse for her behavior and extended apologies to both the victim and the public.
Shared on social media platforms, the video shows Maryam seated as she offers her apology. She acknowledges the harm caused by her actions and expresses regret for the physical altercation captured in the viral video. Additionally, Maryam extends her apology to social media users who expressed outrage over the incident.
However, despite her apology, many netizens have questioned the sincerity of Maryam’s remorse. Some believe that her apology is merely a response to being caught on camera and does not reflect genuine remorse for her actions. The skepticism surrounding Maryam’s apology underscores the complexities of addressing bullying behaviour and its repercussions on social media platforms.
In a related development, media personality Do2tun recently initiated a challenge aimed at confronting bullying behavior. Drawing from his own experiences at Mayflower School, Ikenne, Do2tun called on individuals who have experienced bullying to name and tag their perpetrators. The challenge seeks to raise awareness about the prevalence of bullying and encourage victims to speak out against their aggressors.
The issue of bullying has far-reaching consequences, as highlighted by global superstar Davido in a 2023 interview. Davido shared insights into the negative impact of fame on his loved ones, including instances where his relatives faced harassment and discrimination due to their association with him.
