Two women have been killed after being struck by lightning during a downpour in the FESTAC area of Lagos State.
Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer SP Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the incident via a post on X on Saturday, May 25, 2024.
Hundeyin said the incident occurred on Friday, May 24.
He said: “Somewhere on First Avenue, Festac, two women remained indoors during the downpour yesterday.
“Lightning struck, electrocuting them instantly and causing fire outbreak.
“They lived in a shanty built under high-voltage wires.”
The police spokesperson sympathised with the deceased and prayed their souls to rest in peace.
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