Eye witness Account: A Communication Mast Belonging to IHS Communications Collapsed Due To Thunderstorm And Severe Weather Conditions in Ogun State

On June 3, 2025, at about 14:39 hrs, the Ogun State Police Command received a distress call from Mr. Moses Olalere reporting a natural disaster during a heavy downpour.

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.

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.

CSP Omolola Odutola, anipr

Police Public Relations Officer 

Ogun State Police Command 

Headquarters Eleweran 

Abeokuta