BREAKING: Over 90 Students Reportedly Hospitalised As Suspected Toxic Gas Hits Ogun Schools
Fresh panic swept through Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, Today (Friday) after a suspected toxic gas emission reportedly affected more than 90 students across several secondary schools, forcing many to flee classrooms while others collapsed in distress.
The latest incident, which occurred at Anglican Girls Grammar School (AGGS) and surrounding schools in the ancient town, sparked fears among parents and residents, coming barely one month after a similar chemical odour outbreak disrupted academic activities in the area… SEE VIDEO CLIP HERE
Witnesses said the strange odour spread rapidly through parts of the town, including the Epe Garage and Obalende areas, causing confusion and anxiety among residents...READ FULL STORY; FROM THE SOURCE.
Several affected students were evacuated to the State General Hospital in Ijebu-Ode, where medical personnel reportedly battled to stabilise victims complaining of abdominal pain, dizziness, nausea and respiratory discomfort.
Some of the schools reportedly affected include Anglican Girls Grammar School, Our Lady of Apostles Girls School, Ijebu-Ode Grammar School and Sambadola Private School, according to The Guardian.
In a video posted on Facebook by Awogbagbe Babamekunnu, anxious parents and guardians were seen at the General Hospital searching for their children and wards.
