A devastating gas explosion on Ebute Road in the Ibafo area of Ogun State has tragically claimed the lives of a mother and her seven-year-old daughter, Asisat.>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE
The deceased, 40-year-old Rafiat Sheriff, had instructed her daughter to prepare dinner. The incident occurred when the young girl attempted to light the gas cylinder, resulting in a catastrophic explosion that engulfed their home in flames.
Confirming the incident on Sunday, Ogun State police spokesperson Omolola Odutola stated, “The incident occurred last 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 explosion resulted in the immediate deaths of Rafiat Sheriff and her daughter Asisat. Two other girls, including another child of the deceased, are currently receiving medical treatment at a local hospital.
The tragic event underscores the critical need for safety precautions when handling gas appliances, particularly involving children. Authorities are urging residents to ensure proper safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE
