Tragedy As Fire Engulfs Christ Apostolic Church During Vigil In Ibadan

A devastating fire consumed a parish of the Christ Apostolic Church in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Friday night, reportedly trapping several worshippers inside.

The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. at the church located at Wisdom Estate, Road 1G, Olohunda Road, in the Lagelu Local Government Area of the state.

Eyewitnesses told Punch on Saturday morning that the fire erupted during a Friday night vigil attended by worshippers.

One source recounted, “The incident happened in the night around 9:30pm. I think they were having Friday vigil. Some worshippers had already slept off, to have some rest before they start vigil when the incident happened.”

Another source described the harrowing scene, saying, “There was an aged woman, very old to the extent that she could not work properly. She was still inside the church when the fire was raging seriously.”

A church member, who requested anonymity, said, “People were still inside the church during the fire . I will get back to you later, please.”

As of the reporting time, the exact cause of the fire remains unclear.

Confirming the incident, the General Manager of Oyo State Fire Services, Akinyemi Akinyinka, said, “Our men were there based on information from one Kunle Junaid.”

He promised to provide further updates.