Ayodeji Moses-Ojo, a 39-year-old father of two, is fighting for his life after a horrific workplace accident left him with a broken jaw, fractured limbs, and severe burns. The incident happened on June 18, 2025, while he was installing a billboard along Agege Road in Lagos for an outdoor advertising agency based in Lekki
Ayodeji was thrown off the billboard after an electric surge from a high-tension cable coursed through his body. Rushed to Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), doctors confirmed multiple fractures and life-threatening injuries. His medical bills were estimated at *ā¦10 million*, but his employerās promise of support quickly crumbled.
At first, my boss promised to cover the costs,”_ Ayodeji recounted, struggling to speak through his fractured jaw. _”But they capped it at ā¦3 million. When it ran out, they stopped calling. Iāve spent my savings, my wifeās business earnings, and borrowed from friends. I have nothing left.”_
His wife, Alice, a Point-of-Sale operator, added: _”Weāve spent another ā¦3 million of our own. His jaw needs surgery, his leg has iron rods, and burns cover his back. A nurse visits weekly for ā¦50,000. We need help.”
Vanguard contacted Ayodejiās boss, Mr. Nosa Kaye, but he didnāt respond. A colleague, “Temi,” claimed Kaye was abroad and would address the issue upon return.
The family urges Nigerians to support Ayodejiās recovery. _”He had dreams for his children, aged 5 and 2. Weāre not asking for muchājust a chance for him to live again,”_ Alice said, fighting tears.
Ayodejiās story highlights the plight of vulnerable workers abandoned by employers. this family in crisis
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