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IMPORTANT 🚨🚨: The Ogun State Government wishes to inform the public that the Air Quality Monitoring Device installed at Ijebu Ode Grammar School has recorded elevated methane (CH₄) concentrations within its monitoring coverage area in Ijebu Ode, with peak readings of approximately 13,500 ppm in surrounding locations. The deployment of the Air Quality Minitoring device at Ijebu Ode Grammar School forms part of the State’s continuous environmental surveillance programme designed to provide early detection of abnormal air quality conditions and support timely public health interventions. While the recorded methane concentration is below the lower explosive limit, the level is considered environmentally significant and requires immediate technical investigation and precautionary response. In response, the State Government will activate a multi-agency environmental and public health assessment team comprising environmental regulators, emergency response services, and technical air quality experts to: * determine the source of the emissions, * assess spatial extent and exposure risk, * and evaluate associated gases such as hydrogen sulphide (H₂S), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other relevant air quality parameters. Residents are advised to remain calm and continue normal activities, while avoiding open flames or ignition sources in areas where unusual gas odours are detected. Any symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, nausea, or respiratory discomfort should be promptly reported to nearby health facilities. The Ogun State Government remains fully committed to safeguarding lives, public health, and environmental integrity. Further verified updates will be communicated as investigations progress.

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