Chrisland School Tragedy: 12-Year-Old Whitney Adeniran Electrocuted to Death

Lagos, Nigeria – In a shocking turn of events, a 12-year-old student at Chrisland School, Whitney Adeniran, has died after being electrocuted while touching a cotton candy machine with wet hands.

According to a statement from one of Whitney’s classmates, the young girl was making cotton candy when she touched the machine with her wet hands, causing a fatal electric shock. The classmate reported that Whitney’s mouth started foaming and her veins were bulging, and her tongue had disappeared. Despite efforts to revive her, pouring water on her and taking her to the back of the school, Whitney was declared dead at the scene.

The Chrisland School community is in mourning after this tragic loss. Whitney was remembered by her teachers and classmates as a bright and enthusiastic student, who always had a smile on her face.

The Lagos State Government has launched an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of Whitney’s death and to ensure the safety of other students. The cotton candy machine has been removed from the school and will undergo a thorough examination by experts to determine if it was faulty or if there were any other factors that contributed to the accident.

The school has also issued a statement expressing their condolences to Whitney’s family and promising to take all necessary steps to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

The death of Whitney Adeniran has caused widespread outrage and calls for increased safety measures in schools. The Lagos State Government has promised to work with schools to ensure that their facilities are safe and that students are protected from any potential hazards.

This tragedy serves as a harsh reminder of the importance of electrical safety, especially for young children. It is imperative that schools take the necessary precautions to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

The loss of Whitney Adeniran is a devastating blow to the Chrisland School community, and her passing will be deeply felt by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with Whitney’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.