CITIZENS COMPASS– The Ogun State Police Command on Wednesday, said it has received a distress call from a resident, Mr. Moses Olalere, that thunderstorm destroyed a communication mast reporting a natural disaster during a downpour.
The incident occurred at Unity Estate, Alagbole area.
The Command disclosed this in a statement through its spokesperson, Omolola Odutola.
“According to his eyewitness account, a communication mast belonging to IHS Company, located in Ajuwon, Akute, Ogun State, collapsed due to the severe weather conditions. The mast fell on a residential building in Unity Estate, Alagbole/Akute.
“Fortunately, the landlord, who was inside the house at the time of the incident, survived with minor bruises. He was promptly attended to by medical personnel and is confirmed to be in stable condition.
In response to the incident, the Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, issued a directive for heightened awareness and public sensitization across the state. Area Commanders have been directed to urgently engage with companies that own masts situated near residential areas to assess their structural integrity and ensure safety of lives and property.
Preliminary investigation has commenced and members of the public will be notified of further development.
