The Ogun State Government has reportedly ordered the closure of schools again following a toxic gas incident that sent more than 100 pupils to hospital, raising fresh concerns about the safety of students in the state.

The incident reportedly affected several pupils who required medical attention after being exposed to the suspected toxic gas. The development has heightened anxiety among parents, teachers and residents, with calls for urgent measures to prevent a recurrence.

The reported decision to shut the affected schools is aimed at protecting students while concerns surrounding the incident are addressed. However, further details regarding the source of the gas, the specific schools affected and the current condition of the pupils remain to be confirmed.

The incident has renewed calls for a thorough investigation to establish the cause of the exposure and determine whether any environmental or industrial activity may have contributed to it.

Parents and other stakeholders are expected to look to the Ogun State Government and relevant health and environmental agencies for updates on the investigation and assurances that affected schools are safe for students to return.