Four persons struck dead by thunder in Nasarawa community

<p>No fewer than 10 persons have been struck by a thunderstorm in Nasarawa, leaving four people dead and others in critical condition in an undisclosed hospital in the state.</p>, <p>The incident took place on Saturday, at the Nasarawa garage in the Nasarawa Local Government Area of the state.</p>, <p>Mabudi, an eyewitnesses recounted how the incident happened,</p>, <p>“I witnessed the most intense and scary thunder strike a few minutes ago here in Nasarawa.</p>, <p>“I was at the Nasarawa Garage getting a car fixed when I suddenly heard a loud rumble and bright light. A lot of people actually ran not knowing what it was.</p>, <p>“Shortly after the thunderous event, a gathering formed under a tree where it was discovered that three individuals had tragically lost their lives due to the lightning strike.</p>, <p>“This is the first time I’m seeing something this terrifying in my whole life.” Mabudi recounted.</p>, <p>Hajarat Danyaro Ibrahim, the Honorable member representing Nasarawa Central constituency and Chairperson of the Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development, extended HER heartfelt condolences to the affected families.</p>, <p>Ibrahim, in an official statement, said, “We commiserate with the families of those who lost their lives and sustained various degrees of injuries as a result of the thunder strike in Nasarawa Garage/Mechanic workshop Nasarawa Local Government.”</p>, <p>“We pray that ALLAH grants those who lost their lives eternal rest and the families the fortitude to bear this great loss.”</p>