Tragic Fire Engulfs Christ Apostolic Church Ibadan During Friday Vigil, Worshippers Trapped Inside
Ibadan, Oyo State – A fire erupted at the Christ Apostolic Church located in Wisdom Estate, Ibadan, Oyo State, during a Friday night vigil, resulting in several worshippers becoming trapped inside. The alarming incident took place around 9:30 p.m. on Olohunda Road in the Lagelu Local Government Area, with confirmations emerging from various sources on Saturday morning.
Witness accounts revealed that some attendees had fallen asleep while preparing for the vigil when the fire broke out. One witness recounted the chaos, stating, “Some people had already dozed off when the flames began.” Another individual who was present described the horrific scene inside the church, mentioning an elderly woman who struggled to walk but was still trapped within the burning building.
The Oyo State Fire Services quickly responded to the emergency after being notified by a local resident. Akinyemi Akinyinka, the agency’s General Manager, confirmed the occurrence of the fire; however, he stated that the cause has yet to be determined as of the latest updates. Efforts to gauge the overall impact of the fire and assess any potential injuries or fatalities are currently underway.
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