Accident – Death – Obituary News :
Tragic Electrocution Claims the Life of a 15-Year-Old Student in Abuja
A somber atmosphere enveloped the Government Science Secondary School in Pyakasa/Maitama, Abuja, as news of the untimely demise of 15-year-old student Meshach Ogwuche Agaba spread like wildfire. The young student met a tragic end after being electrocuted in a heartbreaking incident that occurred within the school premises.
The Unfortunate Incident
Reports indicate that the fatal incident took place on a fateful Wednesday morning around 7:30 am. Meshach, a promising student at the school, was near a water tap located close to a wall lined with barbed wire when the tragedy struck. In a desperate attempt to fetch water, the young boy lost his footing and inadvertently came into contact with a live electrical cable connected to the barbed wire.
Despite the swift actions taken by bystanders, Meshach was rushed to the nearby Maitama District Hospital for urgent medical attention. Tragically, the efforts of the medical personnel were in vain as the young student was pronounced dead shortly after his arrival at the hospital.
Police Investigation Underway
Josephine Adeh, the spokesperson for the FCT Police Command, confirmed the incident and assured that investigations are currently ongoing to determine the circumstances that led to the tragic electrocution of the young student. The school community has been left reeling from the shocking event, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced safety measures within educational institutions to prevent similar tragedies.
The heartbreaking loss of Meshach Ogwuche Agaba serves as a stark reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety protocols and ensuring the well-being of students within school premises. As the investigation unfolds, the community mourns the loss of a promising young life and reflects on the need for vigilance and precautionary measures to prevent such incidents from recurring.
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