The Lagos State Government has taken the decisive step of shutting down a school following the heartbreaking death of a two-year-old student in a swimming pool incident, which has sparked outrage across the state.
It would be recalled that the child’s mother had taken to social media to demand answers and justice [/b]for her daughter’s tragic death. Her online appeal has drawn widespread attention and support, as many people have expressed their concern over the circumstances surrounding the incident.
According to the grieving mother, her daughter had been enrolled as a student at Smiley Kids Montessori School, located in Sangotedo, Lagos State. She explained that her daughter had been healthy when she left for school on that fateful day, only to tragically return home lifeless. Initially, the school reported that the child had drowned in the swimming pool, a claim that has since been disputed by the mother. She alleges that her daughter was electrocuted, and that the school attempted to cover up the truth by placing her body in the pool to make it appear as though the child had drowned. This shocking revelation has ignited public outrage and calls for justice, with many questioning the school’s handling of the incident and their attempts to conceal the facts.
The disturbing claim has led to an immediate response from the Lagos State Government, with the Lagos State Safety Commission launching a formal investigation into the incident. Officials from the Safety Commission, along with representatives from the Office of Education Quality Assurance and the Ministry of Education, have visited the school to conduct a preliminary investigation. Their aim is to determine the root cause of the tragedy, gather evidence, and hold those responsible accountable for their actions.
In a statement issued by the agency, it was confirmed that the school is currently under lock and key, pending further investigation. The statement also extended deepest condolences to the family of the victim, offering sympathy for their loss while reiterating the state's commitment to ensuring that such incidents do not happen again in the future. The Lagos State Government has vowed to take the necessary actions to improve safety standards and prevent similar accidents in the state’s schools.
Lanre Mojola, the Director-General of the Lagos State Safety Commission, emphasized the gravity of the situation, saying, “Further information will be made available upon completion of investigations into the accident.” Mojola also reiterated that “school owners and caregivers must comply with safety regulations to prevent accidents in the state,” urging all institutions to take the welfare of children seriously and ensure a safe environment for learning and recreation.