A Kano-based legal practitioner, Abdulsalam Ginsau, has reportedly died after being trapped inside a hotel elevator in Abuja.
According to early reports, the lawyer was stuck in the lift for an extended period, leading to suffocation. The exact cause of the incident remains unclear as authorities are yet to release an official statement.
The development was confirmed by former senator Shehu Sani, who described the incident as tragic. In a statement shared online, he expressed concern over the circumstances surrounding the death, questioning whether it resulted from a power outage or mechanical failure.
The incident has sparked widespread reactions, with many Nigerians highlighting ongoing infrastructure challenges, including poor maintenance of facilities and unreliable electricity supply.
Observers have called for a thorough investigation into the incident, as well as stricter safety regulations for public and private buildings to prevent similar tragedies.
Further details are expected as authorities continue their inquiries into the cause of the fatal incident.
