Ondo State Government shuts Primary and Secondary Schools over flood

Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has issued a statement that Government Primary and Secondary Schools submerged in the floods engulfing certain areas of the state should proceed on a three-week holiday beginning from Monday, October 14.

The emergency holiday was declared as a result of the sudden floods affecting some communities in Ondo, especially the riverine areas of the State.

Oluwarotimi Akeredolu - Governor of Ondo State

This decision by the government is aimed at protecting the pupils and student, as well as avoiding potential destruction that may result from the flood.

Meanwhile, the Ondo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Donald Ojogo, urged Head Teachers and Principals to enforce the directive and ensure that all perishable educational materials are evacuated.

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