Onybuchi Anele : “Fatal Lightning Strike in Lagos”

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Two women tragically lost their lives after being struck by lightning during a rainfall in FESTAC, Lagos State. The state police confirmed the deaths, highlighting the instantaneous and fatal nature of the lightning strike, which also caused a fire. The victims, residents of the area, were residing in a makeshift shelter under high-voltage power lines. The police have warned against seeking shelter under such cables, especially during adverse weather conditions. In another incident, a policeman in Abuja allegedly killed a man with a teargas canister after a minor accident involving a motorcyclist. The altercation escalated, resulting in the fatal use of force.

Tragic Lightning Strike Claims Lives of Two Women in FESTAC, Lagos State

In a heartbreaking turn of events during Friday’s rainfall in FESTAC, Lagos State, two women lost their lives after being struck by lightning. The incident, which occurred in the midst of a heavy thunderstorm, left the community in shock and mourning.

The victims, who were residing in a makeshift shelter constructed under high-voltage power lines, were tragically electrocuted and killed instantly by the powerful lightning strike. The impact of the strike also sparked a fire, adding to the devastation of the situation.

Police Confirm the Tragic Deaths

The state police spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the deaths of the two women, emphasizing the instantaneous and fatal nature of the lightning strike. Hundeyin also issued a warning against the dangers of living or seeking shelter under high-tension cables, especially during adverse weather conditions.

The identities of the victims have not been disclosed, but they were known to be residents of the area where the tragic incident took place. The community is now grappling with the loss of two of its own in such a sudden and tragic manner.

Alleged Police Brutality Leads to Another Tragedy

In a separate incident that has added to the sorrow in the community, a man named Onybuchi Anele lost his life after a policeman allegedly shot a teargas canister into his eye following a minor accident involving a motorcyclist. The altercation that ensued at the scene of the accident escalated quickly, resulting in a fatal outcome.

The incident took place near Haj Estate in Kubwa, Abuja, where Anele resided with his young wife and daughter. Witnesses at the scene recounted how the situation escalated when the police arrived and demanded that Anele accompany them to the station, despite the other parties involved in the accident having already left.

Both incidents have left the community reeling from the shock and loss of life, highlighting the need for caution and safety in the face of natural disasters and conflict. The tragedies serve as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of taking precautions to prevent such heartbreaking outcomes.