Tragedy struck in the Ikosi area of Lagos State on Saturday as two factory workers, who were trapped in a diesel reservoir while carrying out repair work, were confirmed dead. Despite efforts to rescue and provide medical attention, both victims succumbed to their injuries.

Incident Overview

The incident occurred around 10 a.m., according to a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu.

Preliminary investigations revealed that one of the workers accidentally fell into the diesel reservoir while on duty. In a bid to rescue his colleague, the second worker also fell into the reservoir.

Rescue Efforts

The victims were rescued by officials of LASEMA and the Lagos State Fire Service. They were quickly evacuated and transported to the hospital for further medical attention.

Oke-Osanyintolu explained, “The two male adults earlier rescued this morning by the LASEMA Response Team, resuscitated and transported to the hospital, unfortunately, despite all sustained medical efforts, later died.”

Conclusion of Operations

The LASEMA Permanent Secretary confirmed that operations at the scene have been concluded and no further updates are expected. He also reiterated the agency’s commitment to responding promptly to emergencies.

Call for Workplace Safety

This tragic incident highlights the critical importance of safety measures in industrial and hazardous environments. Employers and workers are urged to adhere to strict safety protocols and ensure that adequate protective equipment and training are provided to prevent such occurrences in the future.