Man Missing After Jumping Into Kwara River To Rescue Apprentice

A 42-year-old man identified as Nasiru has been reported missing after jumping into the Asa River in Ilorin, Kwara State, in an attempt to rescue his apprentice, Abubakar, who plunged into the water during a heated monetary dispute.

Grassroots Parrot gathered that the incident occurred under the Asa Bridge along Emir’s Road, where the two men were reportedly involved in an argument over money.

According to eyewitness accounts, the disagreement escalated before Abubakar ran towards the riverbank and jumped into the water.

In a desperate attempt to save his apprentice, Nasiru immediately dived into the river. Although Abubakar was successfully rescued, Nasiru was swept away by the river and has not been found.

The Kwara State Fire Service said it launched an emergency search and rescue operation shortly after receiving a distress call about the incident.

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The agency’s Public Relations Officer, Hassan Hakeem Adekunle, confirmed that tactical search and rescue teams were promptly deployed to the scene to search the river for the missing man.

According to the service, the search has yet to yield any results, but operations are continuing under the direct supervision of the Chief Fire Officer, Alabi Muhammed.

Muhammed urged residents to avoid jumping into rivers or other dangerous bodies of water during emergencies, disputes or other confrontations.

He advised members of the public to remain calm during disagreements, prioritise their safety and allow trained emergency responders to handle hazardous rescue operations.

The fire service reiterated the importance of seeking professional assistance in emergencies to prevent further loss of life.

As search efforts continue, Nasiru’s whereabouts remain unknown.