https://twitter.com/Uptownoflagos/status/1868638140023664955
The Obidient, who identifies on X by the name @Uptownof lagos broke the news on Monday afternoon around 1pm when he tweeted about the incident.
After being rejected at two hospitals, the victims were later admitted at the National Orthopaedic Hospital in Enugu.
The victims’ brother, UptownOfLagos, tweeted:
“A Dark December for me was the last thing I envisioned. 💔
“Ghastly Gas explosion at my Family house yesterday, 3 of my brothers critically down on ICU. All has been moved down to FTH Acute Burn Dept. (The 3rd hospital)
“Your Urgent prayers please. 🙏
“Just landed the scene.”
Many X users responded to the Tweet which has garnered over 2.4 million views by 3pm on Tuesday.
Responding to the sad development on Tuesday, Obi wrote:
“I have just received the heartbreaking news of a ghastly gas explosion that occurred yesterday at the house of one of our Obidient family members, @Uptownoflagos, leaving three of his brothers with severe third-degree burns. They are currently receiving treatment in one of our National Orthopaedic Hospitals.
“Such a mishap coming at this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their loved ones, and all those going through similar situations across the country.
“I pray for their complete and speedy recovery, and for the medical team to be guided in providing the best possible care. May God Almighty grant them healing, strength, and comfort, and uphold their entire family during this trying period. –PO”
UptownOfLagos would later tweet about the financial implication for treating the burn victims.
“I’ve just been walked through the financial implications of 3 high Degree Burn patients & I wish but to bury my face.
“To All willing to assist from the comments & DMs, I really appreciate you All.
“Use this Acc:
“UBA: 2174556556
“Anthonia O. Ngozi
“Thank you & God bless you.”
