Palm tree crushes farmer to death in Ogun

Abdullahi Rasaki, a 40-year-old farmer, has died after a palm tree fell on him in Bogije Village, in the Ijebu Igbo area of Ogun State.

According to Omolola Odutola, the Ogun State Police Command spokesperson, the incident occurred around 3:30 pm on Sunday and was reported to the police later that evening by one Gbamila Sunday.

In a statement, the police spokesperson said that Rasaki and Waheed Abbass had gone to Egbe Semi Jeje, Oke Sopen, to cut palm trees when one accidentally fell on him.

She said “Abdullahi reportedly screamed in pain for help, and neighbours in the vicinity rushed to his aid, where they removed the tree, and immediately took him to General Hospital, Sagamu, for treatment.

“Unfortunately, he was confirmed dead by a medical doctor upon arrival at the hospital, suspecting the heavy tree landed on a part of his body.

“His corpse has been deposited at the hospital morgue for preservation and autopsy.

“The case is currently under investigation by the Divisional Crime Branch to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.”

Meanwhile, the command has extended its condolences to the family of the deceased and urged the public to take necessary precautions while engaging in tree-felling and farming activities to avoid similar tragedies.