52-year-old man dies after jumping into Kwara well

Daily Trust | 22-09-2026 10:57pm |

A 52-year-old man, Alaba Ayeni, died after jumping into a domestic well in Ilorin, Kwara State, in what is suspected to be a suicide attempt. The incident occurred beside a popular school near Arikewuyo Street, in an uncovered well used for a building under construction. The Kwara State Fire Service confirmed the incident, stating the reason for his action remains unclear. Ayeni had reportedly greeted residents shortly before jumping into the well.

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