A Sunday service turned tragic in Taraba State as the United Methodist Church Nigeria (UMCN) building collapsed due to a windstorm and heavy rain, leaving several worshippers injured. Located behind the police division in Jantaro, Gassol LGA, the church fell while service was ongoing. Thankfully, no deaths were recorded.
- The incident occurred during heavy rain and a windstorm on June 15, 2025.
- Injured worshippers were taken to Mutumbiyu Referral Hospital.
- Those with fractures, including a young girl, were treated by a local bone setter.
- Some homes in the area were also destroyed, residents confirmed.
This accident highlights the vulnerability of public structures in rural communities during extreme weather. While worshippers escaped with their lives, the collapse raises questions about structural safety standards in places of worship.
As climate patterns intensify, authorities and religious institutions must prioritise safe building practices. Thankfully, lives were spared, but will lessons be learned before the next storm?
