Wisdom Gates School

Author: Gist Correspondent

The Rivers State Ministry of Education has ordered the immediate suspension of academic activities at Wisdom Gate International Schools, Campus 1, located in Eligbolo, following the tragic death of a two-year-old girl.

In a press statement issued on April 15, the Commissioner for Education, Dr. Peters Nwagor, confirmed that the incident occurred on March 17, 2026, at the approved private school. He described the development as deeply unfortunate and extended the government’s condolences to the bereaved family.

The Ministry urged members of the public to respect the privacy of the grieving parents and refrain from spreading unverified information or engaging in speculation about the circumstances surrounding the child’s death.

According to the statement, the Ministry has engaged the school’s management and conducted an independent investigation into the incident as part of efforts to ascertain the facts and ensure accountability.

Following the preliminary findings, the government directed that Wisdom Gate International Schools, Campus 1, be shut down indefinitely. The school is to remain closed until all issues relating to the case are fully resolved.

The Ministry reiterated its commitment to maintaining safety standards and quality assurance across both public and private schools in the state, stressing that the welfare of pupils remains a top priority.

Authorities assured that further actions would be guided by the outcome of ongoing reviews into the incident.