By By: Staff Writer
Monrovia, Liberia — The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MGCSP) has strongly condemned the performance of a sexually explicit song by Liberian artist Christoph The Change at a school event attended by minors, describing the incident as a serious breach of child protection standards.
The incident reportedly occurred during the gala day celebration of St. Teresa Convent Catholic School, where videos circulating on social media show students—many believed to be under 18—singing and dancing to the song titled “Nut Bag Seed.” The Ministry said the content of the performance was inappropriate for a school environment and deeply troubling given the presence of children.
In a statement issued Monday, the Ministry emphasized that schools must remain safe, protective, and child-friendly spaces, warning that exposing children to sexually explicit material undermines their dignity, well-being, and healthy development.
“This occurrence is inconsistent with national child protection standards and moral expectations for educational institutions,” the statement said, noting that such environments are meant to nurture learning, discipline, and positive values.
The Ministry expressed particular concern that the performance took place at an institution widely recognized for moral instruction, raising questions about content vetting, supervision, and adherence to safeguarding principles by event organizers and school authorities.
Liberia, the Ministry reminded, is a signatory to several international child rights instruments, including the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, and has domestic laws and policies that prohibit exposing children to harmful or age-inappropriate materials.
The statement further stressed that responsibility for protecting children lies with all stakeholders—school administrations, entertainers, parents, and event organizers alike.
“The protection of children from abuse, exploitation, and moral harm is a collective responsibility,” the Ministry noted.
Calling for a thorough review of the incident, the MGCSP urged relevant authorities to take appropriate actions to ensure accountability and prevent similar occurrences in schools and child-centered spaces across the country.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the rights, safety, and welfare of all children in Liberia, pledging to continue advocating for stronger enforcement of child protection standards nationwide.
The statement was signed by D. Webster Cassell, Communication Specialist at the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection.
