The Ogun State Police Command has Area Commanders to urgently engage with companies that own masts situated near residential areas to assess their structural integrity and ensure safety of lives and property.
Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, gave the directive after the command received a distress call on June 3, 2025 at about 14:39 hrs, from one Mr. Moses Olalere, reporting a natural disaster during a heavy downpour.
According to Mr.Olalere, 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.
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, Ogunlowo also issued a directive for heightened awareness and public sensitization across the state.
The Commissioner of Police added that preliminary investigation has commenced and members of the public will be notified of further development.
