Children’s Day celebration: Several students hospitalised, others injured

A school‑organized Children’s Day event turned dangerous when a stage collapse and faulty equipment caused multiple injuries. Emergency services reported that several students were rushed to hospitals with fractures, head injuries and shock, while dozens more suffered minor cuts, bruises or sprains. The incident prompted an immediate investigation by local authorities into safety protocols and the organizers faced criticism for inadequate risk assessments. Parents were urged to monitor their children for delayed symptoms, and the school announced a temporary suspension of large‑scale celebrations pending safety reviews. Views Nigeria