Suleiman Sani, a 28-year old resident of Karofawa Yan Kifi Village, Ghari Local Government Area of Kano State has reportedly fallen into a well.
According to a statement by Alhaji Saminu Abdullahi, the Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Fire Service, the incident happened on Wednesday.
He said, “We received a call of distress at Ghari fire station that a man has drowned in a well.
“Our rescue team quickly mobilised themselves to the scene. The victim was rescued unconscious and was later confirmed dead by his parents.
“He was handed over to the Village Head of Karofawa, Alhaji Musa Aliyu, and the cause of the incident is also under investigation.
“The Kano State Fire Service extends its condolences to the families of the deceased and urges the public to ensure that wells are properly covered to prevent such tragic occurrences.”