Christ Embassy Church’s headquarters, situated in Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos State, has become the site of an urgent situation as a fire has engulfed the premises. Various eyewitness accounts have begun circulating online, with multiple videos being shared across social media platforms.
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service was promptly notified and their officials have since been on the scene, actively engaged in efforts to control and eventually extinguish the fire. The swift response from the fire service is crucial in preventing the fire from causing further damage.
As of now, the initial cause of the fire at the Christ Embassy Church remains unknown. Officials will likely conduct a thorough investigation once the situation is under control to determine the source of the fire. So far, there have been no reports of any casualties associated with this incident, providing some relief amidst the crisis.
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This is not the first time the church has experienced such an incident, recalling a similar outbreak in January 2016 which was reportedly sparked in the church’s switch room. As emergency services continue their response, the church community and local residents are hopeful for a quick containment with minimal damage to the church infrastructure.