Reporting by Channels TV indicates the Ogun State Police Command called for stronger safety measures at recreational centers after a 17-year-old reportedly drowned at Top Crown Hotel in Magboro during New Year celebrations.
Witnesses said the pool was crowded when the teenager and a friend got into difficulty. The friend was rescued, but the 17-year-old reportedly died before medical help arrived.
Police said an investigation is underway into the hotel’s safety protocols, including whether certified lifeguards were present. The police spokesperson urged parents to supervise children closely and warned facility owners about negligence consequences.
Vanguard and The Punch also reported community concerns, including claims about overcrowding and the hotel being sealed pending investigation outcomes.
Echotitbits take: This is a tragic, preventable loss. As hospitality grows faster than safety oversight, states may need enforceable standards—lifeguards, signage, capacity limits, and emergency readiness—for public pools.
Source: The Punch – https://punchng.com/christmas-day-tragedy-teenage-boy-drowns-in-ogun-hotel-swimming-pool/ 2026-01-09
Photo Credit: The Punch
