Wednesday, March 5, 2025 - Seven workers of Quantum Steels Nigeria Limited, located at KM 16, Ikorodu-Sagamu road, Ogijo, have sustained varying degrees of injuries following an explosion of one of the factory’s machines.
The victims, all male, including three expatriates, are Daniel Bala, 28,
Mutiu Olajide, 39, Godwin Solomon, 27, Maduabuchi Onwe, 27, Ajun Kumar, 37,
Chandan Kumar, 50 and 30 year old Rakash Kumar.
The incident was said to have occurred following a blast from one of the
factory’s machines around 7pm on Sunday.
The public relations officer of the Ogun State Police Command, Omolola
Odutola, said the incident was reported around 10:30 am on Wednesday by one
Joseph Adewale, a staff of the company.
Odutola stated that all injured persons are currently receiving medical
treatment at Rolayo Hospital, Ikorodu, Lagos State, and are responding to
treatment.
She noted that the Command has launched an investigation to determine
the circumstances surrounding the explosion and ensure compliance with
industrial safety regulations.
Odutola said, “According to the report, on March 2, 2025, at
approximately 1860 hours, a blast from one of the factory’s machinery led to
serious injuries sustained by seven individuals, including both Nigerian and
expatriate workers.
“All seven injured persons are currently receiving medical treatment at
Rolayo Hospital, Ikorodu, Lagos State, and are responding to treatment.
“Upon receiving the report, police detectives promptly visited the scene
of the incident, conducted an initial assessment, interviewed relevant persons,
and documented evidence, including photographs.”
Meanwhile, she urged companies and industries to prioritize workplace
safety and adhere strictly to safety protocols to prevent such incidents.
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