Lagos Govt Blames UNILAG Post-Graduate Students’ Deaths On Beach Operators

The Lagos State Commissioner for Waterfront and Infrastructure Development, Engr. Ade Akinsanya, yesterday, blamed the death at Elegushi Beach of Adeshola Ogunefun and Olufunmilayo Odusina, both postgraduate students of the University of Lagos, on operators of the beach in question, saying they failed to adhere to the standard safety practice of the state.

It will be recalled that the students met their sudden deaths when they drowned at Elugushi Beach during the birthday bash of their colleagues.

Akinsanya, therefore, directed operators of beaches and other public spaces, earmarked for leisure, to give priority attention to safety measures that will prevent avoidable mishaps.

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He said government has the responsibility of safeguarding the lives and property of all residents and thus was greatly concerned about avoidable and needless deaths. His words: “There is no doubt that the operators of the beach in question failed to adhere to the standard safety practice. The Lagos State Government, through its safety commission, set safety standards for all sectors involved in socio-economic activities in the state.”

While commiserating with the families of the deceased, the commissioner directed beach operators to henceforth ensure that lifeguards, first aid medical facilities with qualified hands, as well as wave-warning signal equipment are provided at their various locations.

Akinsanya said: “Henceforth, Lagos State Government shall not hesitate to take appropriate action against operators of beaches and other public places, who fail to comply with the state’s safety regulations.”
Source:: Vanguard