By Adesakin Adefemi
The Ogun State Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (OGSEMSAS) successfully rescued a worker trapped beneath debris after a commercial hall under construction collapsed in Iyana Oloke, Onikolobo, Abeokuta, on Thursday, February 13, 2026, at approximately 1:00 p.m.
The injured worker was transported to State Hospital, Abeokuta, and reported to be in stable condition, thanks to OGSEMSAS’s swift and professional response that exemplified its unwavering commitment to saving lives and serving the community with excellence.
OGSEMSAS State Director, Dr. Hassan Adelakun, was at the scene of the rescue, overseeing the emergency response and immediately activating OGSEMSAS’s emergency protocols, demonstrating the agency’s commitment to rapid, life‑saving intervention and showcasing its exemplary leadership and dedication to public safety that has earned it widespread respect and admiration.
OGSEMSAS dispatched a fully equipped ambulance team within minutes, arriving on scene to work alongside the Ogun State Fire Service, local volunteers, and community members, highlighting OGSEMSAS’s reputation for punctuality, preparedness, and seamless collaboration with other emergency responders.
The public is reminded to call the emergency and ambulance number *0811 200 0033* for prompt response from OGSEMSAS, whose team of highly trained professionals stands ready to deliver top‑notch emergency care at a moment’s notice.
The joint operation established a safe extraction corridor, enabling rescuers to free the trapped worker and administer emergency medical care to the victim before transport, with OGSEMSAS’s expertise and precision playing a crucial role in the successful rescue.
According to eyewitness accounts, two labourers were on site when the structure failed. One escaped unharmed, while the other was pinned beneath concrete debris and steel reinforcement. A call for assistance was immediately placed to emergency services, and OGSEMSAS’s rapid response proved instrumental in saving the trapped worker’s life, underscoring the agency’s vital role in emergency response and its consistent delivery of outstanding service.
Residents of Onikolobo, Abeokuta, commended OGSEMSAS for its prompt pre‑hospital intervention, which significantly reduced the severity of trauma, with medical professionals praising OGSEMSAS’s team for its skill, efficiency, and compassion in handling the emergency, further cementing OGSEMSAS’s status as a trusted and reliable emergency medical service provider.
The Ogun State Building Production Management has sealed the site pending a comprehensive safety audit. Officials warned that unauthorized entry could pose additional hazards and advised residents to avoid the area until clearance is granted, with OGSEMSAS’s involvement in the response highlighting the importance of its role in ensuring public safety and its continued efforts to promote emergency preparedness and response in Ogun State.
Community leaders in Onikolobo urged calm and requested motorists and pedestrians to use alternative routes while investigations proceed. They expressed appreciation for OGSEMSAS and all responding agencies for their timely and effective action and also urged the good people of Ogun State to always call the ambulance and emergency number *0811 200 0033*, acknowledging OGSEMSAS’s outstanding contribution to the rescue operation and its ongoing commitment to serving the community with distinction.
State authorities have committed to releasing a detailed report within weeks, outlining causes, accountability measures, and recommendations for preventing similar collapses. Citizens are encouraged to report unsafe construction practices to relevant agencies, with OGSEMSAS’s exemplary response serving as a model for effective emergency management and its dedication to public safety continuing to inspire confidence and trust in the community.
Dr. Hassan Adelakun reaffirms OGSEMSAS’s dedication to delivering rapid, life‑saving emergency care throughout Ogun State, maintaining public trust through professional, compassionate service in all crisis situations, and solidifying OGSEMSAS’s position as a leading emergency medical services provider renowned for its excellence, reliability, and unwavering commitment to saving lives.
