Two classroom blocks at Ezi-Awka Community Secondary School in Awka, Anambra State, have collapsed following severe erosion, raising concerns over the safety of students and staff.
School authorities disclosed that four additional classroom blocks and the staff room are now at risk of collapse, prompting an urgent appeal to the Anambra State Government for immediate intervention.
The alarming situation came to light during an inspection visit by officials of the Anambra State Erosion, Watershed and Climate Change Agency (ANSEWCCA).
Speaking during the assessment, the school’s Principal, Mrs. Eucharia Ogbunyi, the Chairman of the School-Based Management Committee, Chief Igwedimma Muologwu, and the Senior Prefect, Master Uchechukwu Obi, said the worsening erosion has forced many students to leave the school and continues to pose a serious threat to lives and learning.
They called on the government and relevant agencies to urgently address the erosion before more buildings collapse and a major tragedy occurs.
