Lagos State Government has shut down Smiley Kids Montessori in Sangotedo, Lagos, following the tragic death of a two-year-old pupil, Rapheala Ogbodo, in the school’s swimming pool.
This was contained in a statement posted on its verified X handle on Saturday.
The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, has prompted an investigation by the Lagos State Safety Commission and the Office of Education Quality Assurance, Ministry of Education.
The school will remain closed until further notice.
The State Government has expressed its condolences to the family of the victim and reaffirmed its commitment to preventing similar incidents in the future.
The Director-General of the Safety Commission, Mr. Lanre Mojola, emphasised the importance of compliance with safety regulations among school owners and caregivers to prevent accidents in the state.
Full statement below;
The attention of the Lagos State Safety Commission has been drawn to the swimming pool accident that occurred at…
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