The Oyo State Fire Services Agency under the leadership of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Fire Service Reform/Chairman, Hon. Moroof Adebayo Akinwande, has successfully rescued a 68-year-old man who fell into a deep well while attempting to retrieve his lost phone.
The Incidents occured at Mobolorunduro Mosque in Molefalafia area, Oke-Ado, Ibadan, Oyo State capital.
Heritage Echo gathered that the incident was as a result of ignorance, not knowing the danger associated with entering a well without properly trained.
Speaking to our correspondence, Special Adviser to the Governor on Fire Services Agency Reform/Chairman, Hon. Moroof Adebayo Akinwande confirmed the incident, saying it occurred due to the man’s attempt to retrieve his lost phone from the well without proper knowledge of the risks involved.
Hon. Akinwande, in a statement released and made available to Heritage Echo News on Sunday, said; the distressed call was reported at exactly 06:10hrs this morning Sunday 8th June, 2025 through telephone call and Mr Samuel to someone fell into a well at the above address.
“The fire personnel led by ACFS Adedeji (Mrs) promptly deployed to the scene of the incident . On getting there, it was discovered to be a man of about 68 years of age trapped inside a deep well of Mobolorunduro Mosque while he was solely trying to recover his lost phone in the well.”
“The firemen swiftly swung into action by tying all necessary knots and observing precautionary measures. The man was rescued alive and handed over to his family for proper care”.
However, the Special Adviser on Fire Services Agency Reform / Chairman, Hon. Akinwande, advised the public that they should desert from any activity which could pose danger into their valuable lives.
Furthermore, he also stated the effort of the present administration in securing the lives and properties of entire citizens of the state.
He highlighted Governor Makinde’s efforts in ensuring the safety and security of citizens’ lives and properties. Emphasized the importance of avoiding activities that could endanger lives.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety and taking necessary precautions to avoid accidents.
