A classroom collapse at Government Girls Science and Technical College, Potiskum, Yobe State, has left one student dead and several others injured. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident while ensuring medical care for the victims. Concerns over school infrastructure safety have intensified following the tragedy.
A tragic incident occurred at Government Girls Science and Technical College in Potiskum, Yobe State, when a classroom collapsed, resulting in the death of one student and injuries to several others. The incident happened around noon on February 20, 2025, as students prepared for their lunch break.
Emergency responders and school authorities quickly arrived at the scene, rescuing those trapped under the debris and rushing them to the Specialist Hospital in Potiskum for urgent medical attention.
Bukar Aji, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Basic and Secondary Education, confirmed the unfortunate event and assured that the injured students were receiving the necessary medical care. He also stated that the Yobe State Ministry of Housing and Urban Development had been contacted to investigate the cause of the collapse.
While expressing condolences to the bereaved family and sympathizing with the injured, Aji reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of school structures across the state to prevent future occurrences.
This incident has raised concerns over the structural integrity of public schools in Yobe and the urgency of maintenance checks. Many parents and stakeholders are calling for a thorough investigation to determine whether negligence or poor infrastructure contributed to the collapse.
Authorities have promised swift action, but this tragic event serves as a grim reminder of the pressing need to prioritize student safety in educational institutions.
