PHCN Worker Escapes Death After Electric Shock in Lagos

An official of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) narrowly escaped death after suffering a severe electric shock while working on a power pole in the Gbagada area of Lagos State.

The incident occurred while the worker and members of his team were reportedly carrying out repair work on a power line in the Community.

According to reports, the official was already up on the pole when he suddenly came into contact with electricity and suffered a powerful electric shock.

The impact left him with burns on parts of his body, while he reportedly struggled in pain following the incident.

A video circulating widely on social media captured the dramatic rescue operation as his colleagues worked together to bring him down from the pole.

In the footage, the injured worker could be seen in distress and writhing in pain as his colleagues carefully lowered him to the ground after the electrical incident.

Global Mirror News gathered that he was subsequently rushed to a hospital for urgent medical attention.

The latest information indicates that the PHCN official is currently responding well to treatment, although details about the extent of his injuries have not been fully disclosed.

The incident has once again highlighted the dangers faced by electricity workers who carry out repairs and maintenance on power infrastructure, particularly when working at heights and around electrical lines.

It also underscores the importance of ensuring that power lines are properly isolated and confirmed to be de-energised before repair personnel commence work.

The circumstances surrounding the electric shock, including whether the affected power line had been switched off before the repair operation began, were not immediately clear from the available report.

Global Mirror News will continue to monitor developments concerning the worker’s condition and the circumstances surrounding the incident.