The explosion that rocked a neighbourhood close to the church on Monday has been clarified by the Redeemed Christian Church of God.
In the Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, there have been allegations of a gas plant explosion that resulted in a fire incident close to the Redemption Camp at Mowe Bus Stop.
The explosion had spread terror throughout the neighbourhood, sending locals and employees of nearby institutions racing helter-skelter for cover.
The church’s public relations department stated in a statement on Monday that the explosion did not occur on church property.
“The Redeemed Christian Church of God’s leadership expresses sympathy to everyone harmed by the regrettable gas explosion that happened early on Monday, August 29, 2022. This incident, which the RCCG Fire Service and Lagos Fire Service worked together to put under control, took place within the Axella Gas depot on the Sagamu-bound traffic between the Car Park C entrance and the main gate of the Redemption City.
“Against the news making the round, the incident was completely outside of the Redemption City and our fire service team only responded as part of our community service support to our neighbours within the environ.
“We thank God the incident has been put under control and will like to inform all residents and visitors to the Redemption City that there is not scare of any sort and everyone can go about their lawful and godly activities.”
