Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has ordered the immediate closure of Our Lady of Apostles Primary and Secondary Schools in Ijebu Ode following a suspected gas leak that hospitalized about 30 students and two teachers. The incident occurred on Wednesday morning shortly after the school’s assembly when a strange odour filled the compound, causing pupils and staff to experience breathing difficulties, fainting, and vomiting.
School authorities acted quickly, alerting emergency services, and ambulances from the State General Hospital in Ijebu Ode were dispatched to evacuate the affected individuals. Most of the hospitalized students and teachers are reported to be in stable condition, with several receiving ongoing treatment. The Vice Principal clarified that there was no explosion and that the incident was caused by an unknown chemical or gaseous substance that spread rapidly across the school grounds.
Governor Abiodun’s directive to close both the primary and secondary sections of the school is intended to protect other students and allow for a full safety assessment. Environmental and health authorities have been deployed to the school to determine the source and nature of the gas, conducting air quality sampling and analysis. Preliminary reports suggest possible origins ranging from accidental chemical leakage in the school’s science laboratory to emissions from equipment or containers in the surrounding community, though no definitive source has yet been confirmed.
Local government officials, including the Chairman of Ijebu Ode, visited the hospital to monitor the situation and reassure parents. They emphasized that the crisis is under control, that no lives have been lost, and that a thorough investigation will be conducted to prevent a recurrence. Parents have expressed relief over the recovery of their children but continue to call for transparency regarding the cause of the exposure.
The Ogun State government has reiterated the importance of strict safety protocols in schools, especially in areas where chemicals are used for educational purposes. Authorities have pledged to ensure that the school will only reopen once it has been declared safe, and regular updates will be provided to parents and the public as the investigation progresses.
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