Gas Explosion Kills Mother And Her 7-Year-Old Daughter In Ogun, Leaves Two Others Injured
The explosion happened at approximately 8:30 pm on Saturday, and two others were injured.
A gas explosion occurred at a home located on Church Street, along Ebute Road, in the Ibafo area of Ogun State, resulting in the deaths of Rafiat Sheriff, 40, and her seven-year-old daughter, Asisat.
The explosion happened at approximately 8:30 pm on Saturday, and two others were injured.
The spokesperson for the Ogun State Police Command, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident, saying, “The incident occurred last night (Saturday night) when the mother told her seven-year-old daughter to cook.
“The girl was attempting to light up the gas cylinder when the entire house went up in flames.
“The mother and the child lost their lives in the explosion. Two other girls, including one of the children of the deceased, are currently receiving treatment in the hospital.”