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Edo probes worker’s death after factory unrest
NG🏛️ PoliticsCenter6 hr. ago

Edo probes worker’s death after factory unrest

An employee named David Yelsa, working for Rongtai Group of Companies in Edo State, Nigeria, died under mysterious circumstances involving a forklift at the company's facility. His death led to significant unrest among local residents and workers, resulting in the vandalism of company property. The Edo State government, represented by Chief Press Secretary Dennis Aghedo, visited the site to investigate the incident and address concerns raised by both the company and the affected community. Officials stated that Yelsa was fatally injured when the forklift he operated malfunctioned, overturning and crushing him. However, questions remain regarding the removal of the forklift prior to the investigation and the lack of physical evidence such as blood or CCTV footage. The deputy governor criticized the company's inadequate safety measures, including the absence of protective equipment, a medical clinic, and first aid supplies. The government has committed to conducting a thorough investigation into the incident.

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Edo probes worker’s death after factory unrest

An employee named David Yelsa, working for Rongtai Group of Companies in Edo State, Nigeria, died under mysterious circumstances involving a forklift at the company's facility. His death led to significant unrest among local residents and workers, resulting in the vandalism of company property. The Edo State government, represented by Chief Press Secretary Dennis Aghedo, visited the site to investigate the incident and address concerns raised by both the company and the affected community. Officials stated that Yelsa was fatally injured when the forklift he operated malfunctioned, overturning and crushing him. However, questions remain regarding the removal of the forklift prior to the investigation and the lack of physical evidence such as blood or CCTV footage. The deputy governor criticized the company's inadequate safety measures, including the absence of protective equipment, a medical clinic, and first aid supplies. The government has committed to conducting a thorough investigation into the incident.

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