Environmental officials visit Ogun school over suspected chemical leak

The Ogun State Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, alongside the general manager of the State Environmental Protection Agency (OGEPA), Kehinde Bello, on Tuesday visited Our Lady of Apostle Primary School in Ijebu-Ode following a suspected chemical leak in the area.

Recall that last week Wednesday, a strange chemical smell was perceived in the school premises, shortly after the assembly session

making it difficult for many students and staff to breathe.

This resulted to the admission of 30 students and two teachers at the State General Hospital, Ijebu Ode.

According to the Vice Principal, Mrs. Adeola Borogun, several students began vomiting and fainting, forcing the school management to call for ambulances.

Reacting to the incident, Governor Dapo Abiodun ordered the immediate closure and full investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident.

DAILY POST reports that Tuesday’s visit was part of the state government response to assess the situation and ensure the safety of students, staff, and residents within the affected environment.

During the inspection, Kehinde Bello also visited a neighbouring school, Sacred Heart Catholic College, to evaluate the impact of the incident and reassure the school authorities of the government’s swift intervention.

The OGEPA boss, further proceeded to the State Hospital in Ijebu-Ode, where some students affected by the suspected chemical leak are currently receiving medical treatment.

The State government, through OGEPA, reassured residents and school authorities that investigations were ongoing and that necessary measures would be taken to safeguard public health and prevent a recurrence of such incident.

Environmental officials visit Ogun school over suspected chemical leak

Northern governors mourn Kebbi Assembly Speaker, Zuru

The Northern States Governors’ Forum has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Usman Zuru, who passed away on Monday night in Egypt.

In a condolence message, Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, described the loss as painful and significant, not only to Kebbi State but to the entire northern region and Nigeria’s democratic community.

In a statement issued by his Director-General of Press Affairs, Ismaila Uba Misilli, Yahaya said the late Speaker was a distinguished leader who made notable contributions to governance.

“He was an accomplished lawmaker, a stabilising force in governance, and a patriotic leader who served with uncommon commitment, wisdom and humility,” the governor said.

He added that Zuru’s legacy would endure through his dedication to democratic development and service to the people.

“Rt. Hon. Zuru distinguished himself through selfless service, dedication to democratic ideals, and unwavering loyalty to the progress and development of Kebbi State,” he said.

Yahaya extended condolences to the Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, the family of the deceased, members of the state assembly, and the Zuru Emirate Council.

He also offered prayers for the repose of the late Speaker’s soul, asking Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus.

Northern governors mourn Kebbi Assembly Speaker, Zuru

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