Firefighters from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Ejigbo Station, have successfully rescued a 56-year-old man who became trapped inside an 80-foot-deep well in Ikotun.
The incident took place over the weekend at No. 12 Aiyeola Street, off Governor Road, Molad Bus Stop. The man, who was reportedly carrying out maintenance work, became stuck in a well located behind a bungalow with eight rooms on a 648-square-metre property.
Upon receiving an emergency call, the Ejigbo fire team swiftly mobilised and arrived at the location.
The victim, whose name was not disclosed, was rescued alive to the great relief of onlookers and his family.
Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Mrs. Margaret Adeseye, commended the team for their quick and professional response. She pointed to possible negligence as a contributing factor to the incident.
“Preliminary investigations suggest that the victim may not have followed necessary safety procedures before entering the well. We urge members of the public to always notify relevant authorities before engaging in potentially hazardous tasks,” she said.
Mrs. Adeseye further stressed the importance of alerting authorities, explaining that such action allows the agency to deploy standby teams and enforce vital safety measures that can help prevent similar accidents and save lives.