A gas explosion occurred on Saturday night at a gas shop near the National Arts Theatre in Iganmu, Surulere, Lagos State, causing damage to some sections of the iconic cultural landmark. According to the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, the fire was caused by an exploded gas cylinder and was brought under control within Read More…
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Firefighters prevent gas explosion in Lagos
Officers of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service have prevented a gas explosion that would have rocked Peter Agha Street Junction by the Memorial Arcade, Oke Afa, Isolo Lagos, when a gas truck overturned. Firefighters quickly controlled the inferno on Monday night by applying chemical foam from causing more damage, thereby preventing casualties. Ogabi Read More…
Update: RCCG debunks rumour of gas explosion inside camp, releases statement
The leadership of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) through its Public Relations Department has empathised with the people affected by the gas explosion which had occurred in the early hours of Monday. The statement which emphasised that it was a gas explosion and not a bomb blast read: “This incident which has been Read More…
Explosion rocks gas plant near Redemption Camp on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
An explosion has occurred close to the Redeemed Christian Church of God camp on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has confirmed that the explosion by was caused by a truck loaded with gas that burst into flame only a few meters away from the camp. Reports states that the explosion caused dread amongst Read More…