A 61-year-old man tragically lost his life due to electrocution during heavy rainfall in Lagos, as reported by the Lagos State Police Command.
Police spokesperson SP Benjamin Hundeyin shared the news on his X account, @benHundeyin, confirming the incident occurred on Wednesday in the Orile-Iganmu area.
“Yesterday, during the downpour in Orile-Iganmu, a 61-year-old man was electrocuted while wading through floodwaters and holding onto a street light pole,” Hundeyin stated.
He also urged the public to prioritize safety during such weather conditions.
