Several public schools in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, have been severely damaged following a heavy rainstorm that struck the area on Tuesday evening.

The storm affected communities across the Ogbomoso geopolitical zone, including Ogbomoso North, Ogbomoso South, Oriire, Surulere, and Ogo Oluwa local government areas.

Findings revealed that the rainfall caused widespread destruction in many schools, with reports of blown-off roofs, collapsed classroom walls, damaged ceilings, and fallen electric poles. Sheds used by food vendors within school premises were also not spared.

Some of the affected schools include Emmanuel Agboola Baptist Grammar School, Laogun Adeoye Memorial High School, Muslim Comprehensive High School, Molete Community High School, Methodist Secondary Grammar School, as well as other institutions in the area.

A teacher in one of the affected schools, who spoke anonymously, described the incident as devastating, noting that several schools suffered serious damage. The teacher called on the government to urgently provide assistance.

Residents have also expressed concern that the destruction could disrupt academic activities, especially with students expected to resume later this month. They urged the authorities to act swiftly to repair the damaged facilities to avoid setbacks in teaching and learning.

As of the time of this report, there has been no official response or intervention regarding the incident.