Tragedy struck in Iberekodo in Abeokuta North, Ogun state as one of the many rocks that adorns the city lost its balance and came crashing down Friday night, crushing a family of four to death – a mother (Silifat Lawal); two of her children (Raaheedat,15, Semia,4); and a grandchild (Mariam).
The heavy rock which had sat for hundreds of years smashed into the bedroom of the deceased who were fast asleep soon after having dinner.
However, the head of the family Ismail Lawal and two other children – Sukurat and Rofiat- survived the assault on the modest home by the deadly rock.
They were just a few steps away – relaxing in the sitting room – when the tragedy struck. They were seriously injured
Locals blamed Friday’s downpour for the incident.
They said the rain appeared to have softened the base of the rock which gave way and made the rock to lose its balance.