The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has confirmed the fire incident occurred at the Household of David Church on Industrial Road, off Adeniyi Jones in Surulere, Ikeja, Lagos.
The responders successfully extinguished the fire, which originated at the rear end of the church.
The agency made this known in a statement on its X handle on Wednesday, January 31.
The statement reads: “A fire broke out at Household of David Church on Surulere Industrial Road, off Adeniyi Jones in Ikeja, Lagos, around 00:11 hours. Fortunately, responders successfully extinguished the fire, which originated at the rear end of the church.
“It went unnoticed by church workers but was brought to their attention by passersby. Thankfully, no injuries or casualties were reported. The church, leased and insured, had organized a 5-day crusade starting this evening and ending on February 4, 2024.
“Due to the expected congregant turnout, church workers underwent training by the Fire Service. Responding agencies include NEMA, Lagos State Building Control Agency, Lagos Emergency Management Agency, State Fire Service, and the Police.”
Source: X | nemanigeria
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