A 55 -year-old woman, named Ifeoma, reportedly, collapsed and died while sharing a testimony during a church service at the Ministry Church in Ejigbo, Lagos
She was taken to the hospital and pronounced dead shortly after.
The incident occurred around 8:48 a.m. on September 8, 2024, and led to her death a few minutes later.
According to Police public relations officer, Lagos State Police Command, Benjaìjmin Hundeyin, Ifeoma had approached the front of the church, singing songs of gratitude as she prepared to give her testimony when she suddenly slumped.
She was quickly rushed to a nearby hospital but was referred to the General Hospital in Isolo, where she was confirmed dead,” Hundeyin said.
Following the incident, the zonal accountant of the church reported the matter to the police station. Detectives were dispatched to visit the hospital, where they learned that Ifeoma’s family had taken her body to Anambra State, for burial.
Author: Maureen Ikpeama