Categories: Crimes

Teenager, 8-year-old boy drown in Kano well

A teenager, Yusuf Malam-Gwani, has drowned in a well at Bachirawa, Kwanar Madugu, Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State.

The Director of the Kano State Fire Service, Sani Anas, confirmed the incident via a statement issued on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

Anas said the 18-year-old victim was brought out dead from the well and was handed over to Ward Head of Bachirawa Quarters, Jibrin Isah.

In another development, an eight year-old boy, identified as Abdussalam Ibrahim, fell into a well at Kofar Yamma, Karaye town, Karaye Local Government Area of Kano State.

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He said the Service, upon receiving the report, immediately deployed its officers to the scene.

Anas said the victim was also brought out dead and was subsequently handed over to his father, Malam Musa-Mudi

Anas urged the members of the public to take necessary safety precautions around open wells, open water sources, and other hazardous areas, especially to protect children.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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