The dead body of a five-year-old boy, Surprise Saka, has been discovered inside an unclosed pit at Idode area of Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State.
The boy was reported missing by his mother, Adijat Saka, on January 10, 2024 at Ago-Iwoye Police Station.
Saka’s body was later discovered inside an uncovered pit intended to serve as a latrine behind the mother’s house.
According to reports, the pit, which is still under construction, is filled with water and physical inspection.
The boy was said to have drowned.
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Further inspection showed no sign of violence on the boy.
A medical doctor confirmed the death of the boy.