Tragedy struck at the Tansi International College, Awka, Anambra State over the weekend as thunder struck nine students of the college.
The lightning strike was following the heavy downpour that took place on Saturday, November 4.
According to reports, three out of the nine students were earlier today confirmed dead, while others were receiving treatment.
Reacting in a statement, Mr Peter Obi, the Labour Party Presidential Candidate, in a statement posted on his X account, mourned the three students who lost their lives over the thunder strike.
“I am greatly saddened by the unfortunate natural disaster that happened at Tansi International College, Awka this weekend. It was reported that 9 students of the College were struck by thunder, on Saturday, November 4, during a rainstorm,” Obi posted on his X account on Sunday.
“Sadly, 3 of the students lost their lives, while the rest are responding to treatment at the hospital. I commiserate with the bereaved families, students, and management of the College. May God give all the strength to bear this great loss, and grant eternal rest to the dead, and quick recovery to the injured. -PO
I am greatly saddened by the unfortunate natural disaster that happened at Tansi International College, Awka this weekend. It was reported that 9 students of the College were struck by thunder, on Saturday, November 4, during a rainstorm.
— Peter Obi (@PeterObi) November 5, 2023
