The tragic story of Ladi Anzaki Olubunmi, a 27-year-old Nigerian national who worked as a content moderator for Teleperformance, a subsidiary of TikTok, in Kenya, has sparked outrage and calls for accountability, reports ITREALMS.
Industry observers said this is a case for the Abike Dabri-led Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM.
As the chairperson of NIDCOM, Abike Dabiri has been working to promote the interests of Nigerians living abroad and to facilitate their contributions to the development of Nigeria.
Meanwhile, Ladi's dreams were cruelly cut short when her lifeless body was discovered in her apartment in Lower Kambete, Kenya, on Friday, March 7, 2025.
Ladi's colleagues and family have come forward to reveal the harsh realities of her work environment, which they believe led to her untimely death.
She had been denied her leave days and work permit, leaving her feeling trapped and isolated in a foreign country.
Despite her pleas to her managers to grant her permission to travel back to Nigeria, her requests were met with indifference and even mockery.
The lack of support and empathy from her employers took a devastating toll on Ladi's mental health.
As gathered, her family revealed that she had not returned to Nigeria since she started working at Teleperformance in 2022, a clear indication of the distress and isolation she was experiencing.
As the news of Ladi's tragic death spreads, her family and colleagues are demanding justice and answers, as well as calling on Teleperformance and TikTok to take responsibility for their role in her tragic death.
"Ladi's death is a clear indication of the neglect and mistreatment of employees by Teleperformance and TikTok," a concerned industry observer said.
"We demand that they take responsibility for their actions and ensure that no other employee suffers the same fate."
The incident has also sparked outrage among human rights activists, who are calling for greater accountability from companies operating in foreign countries.
"This is a classic case of corporate negligence and exploitation," said a human rights activist.
"Teleperformance and TikTok must be held accountable for their actions, and we demand that they take immediate action to address the welfare of their employees."
As Ladi's family and colleagues mourn her loss, they hope that her story will serve as a catalyst for change.
Industry observers are therefore, calling on Teleperformance and TikTok to:
1. Conduct a thorough investigation into Ladi's death and the circumstances surrounding it.
2. Take responsibility for their role in Ladi's death and provide compensation to her family.
3. Implement policies and procedures to ensure the welfare and safety of their employees, particularly in foreign countries.
4. Provide support and resources to employees who are struggling with mental health issues.
Ladi's story is a tragic reminder of the need for companies to prioritize the welfare and safety of their employees.
As her family and colleagues fight for justice, they hope that her story will inspire change and ensure that no other employee suffers the same fate.
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