Christ Embassy fire under control, says Lagos fire service
The church on fire
The Director, Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, has stated that the fire that engulfed the Christ Embassy Church located at Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos has been brought under control.
PUNCH Online reported earlier on Sunday that the building caught fire, and officials of the LSFRS were also reported to be at the scene to put the fire out.
In a statement on Sunday, Adeseye provided updates on the situation, stating that no casualties have been reported.
She wrote, “At 07:27 hours, a fire outbreak was reported at the Christ Embassy Church located on Billings Way, Ikeja.
“Firefighting units from Alausa and Ikeja fire stations were promptly dispatched and arrived at the scene by 07:36 hours. The church auditorium was found to be engulfed in flames. The fire is currently under control.”
Adeseye added that some parts of the building have been pulled down to ensure that the fire is completely extinguished.
She added, “In addition, LASEMA’s excavator is being used to pull down some parts of the building to ensure complete extinguishment and to prevent further structural collapse.
“The cause of the fire has not yet been determined, and investigations are underway to ascertain its origin.
“No casualties have been reported at this time. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.”
The President and founder of LoveWorld Incorporated, also known as Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, has also said the fire incident was not an accident but an avenue for bigger and better things.
