From Our Correspondent – Abeokuta
The Ogun State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, acknowledged the swift intervention of the Ogun State Government following the environmental incident recorded along the Agoro/Okunowa Road axis of Ijebu-Ode yesterday 15th May 2026.
The Command also confirmed the immediate deployment of the Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit and other tactical response teams by the Commissioner of Police to secure the affected area, support emergency operations, and ensure public safety. The situation has since been brought under control, while monitoring and technical assessments continued.
The incident was reported yesterday when operatives on patrol within the area received information concerning a suspected chemical emission affecting students and residents around parts of Ijebu-Ode.
Following the report, tactical and surveillance teams from Obalende Division swiftly mobilized to the affected locations and immediately activated emergency response measures to safeguard lives, coordinate evacuation procedures, and maintain public order.
The incident temporarily affected students of Our Ladies Grammar School, Epe Garage; Anglican Girls Grammar School, Obalende; Titilayo Agbaje Comprehensive High School, Imosan; Ifesowapo Comprehensive High School, Imosan; St. Peter’s Anglican Primary School, Imosan; and Orphanage Primary School, Imosan.
The affected victims were promptly evacuated to the General Hospital and other private medical facilities within the area for immediate medical attention. The Command is pleased to confirm that no life was lost, while all affected persons are responding positively to treatment.
Preliminary environmental assessments from the State’s Air Quality Monitoring infrastructure revealed elevated methane gas concentrations within the monitoring coverage area. Relevant technical experts and emergency response agencies are currently conducting detailed investigations to determine the source of the emission and assess any associated environmental risks.
In response to the development, CP Bode Ojajuni further directed sustained surveillance operations and intensified security presence around the affected communities to prevent panic and support ongoing technical evaluations being conducted by relevant authorities.
The Commissioner of Police assures residents that the area remains calm and under close monitoring. Members of the public are therefore advised to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified or panic-inducing information, and continue with their lawful activities.
Residents are also advised, as a precautionary measure, to avoid open flames or ignition sources in areas where unusual gas odors are perceived and to promptly seek medical attention in the event of symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, nausea, or respiratory discomfort.
The Ogun State Police Command reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property and will continue to collaborate with the Ogun State Government and other relevant stakeholders to ensure public safety and environmental security.
Members of the public are encouraged to remain vigilant and continue supporting the Police with timely and credible information through the Ogun State Police Command emergency lines: Gateway Shield (Toll-Free): 0800 000 9111; Emergency Lines: 0906 283 7609, 0912 014 1706, 0915 102 7369, 0708 497 2994.
Spokesman for the Command DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed the story.
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