Breaking: Man electrocuted in Ondo Varsity town

There was a tragedy last night when a man simply identified as Oluomo has been electrocuted in Akungba, Akoko South West Local Government Area of Ondo State.

Akungba plays host to Adekunle Ajasin University.

SUNSHINETRUTH gathered that the incident happened very close to Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) office in the community.

A witness hinted that the deceased was trying to reconnect disconnected wires on a pole when he was electrocuted on tuesday night around 9pm.

Another witness also disclosed that Oluomo attempted to make an illegal connection on a pole when he met his untimely death.

Scene of the incident

A Community leaders and BEDC management have cautioned residents and electricity customers against tampering with public utility and infrastructure.

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