The tragic incident happened while the victims were seeking shelter under the shade of a motorbike workshop across from the Obi Local Government Secretariat.
According to eyewitnesses, the lightning struck the group unexpectedly, causing immediate fatalities and injuries.
Aminu Amegwa Ayitogo and Micah Christopher were the victims of a devastating thunderstorm that struck Obi town on Monday, killing two residents and critically injuring two more.
Two others, Bulus Ogu Iwala and Abraham Francis Tarkaa, were seriously wounded in the incident and are currently receiving treatment at the Federal University Teaching Hospital in Lafia, the state capital. According to medical personnel, efforts are ongoing to stabilise their condition.
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In response to the incident, local authorities have urged residents to exercise caution during severe weather conditions, especially by avoiding open spaces, trees, and metal structures during thunderstorms.
