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Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by ogododo(op): 9:56am On Jun 22, 2025

Not fewer than 32 cows were reportedly struck dead at Osara, Obantoko area of Abeokuta in Odeda Local Government area of Ogun State during a heavy rainfall on Saturday.

The incident, according to the Baale of Osara, Wasiu Afolabi, who spoke to our Correspondent on Sunday, reportedly happened during the torrential rainfall, which started at about noon on Saturday.

Afolabi said that the Fulani herders in charge of the cows alerted him to the tragic incident at about 2 pm on Saturday.

He explained that the matter had been reported to the Aregbe police division as well as Dr Afolashade Adeyemo, the Chairman of Odeda Local Government.

Afolabi said, “I was at home on Saturday when the Fulani herders at about 2 pm came to report that lightning had killed 32 of their cows.

“I got to their place, where they usually keep these cows before they are taken out for grazing and saw these dead cows. We have, however, reported the incident to the Aregbe police division as well as the Chairman of Odeda Local Government, Dr Afolashade Adeyemo, and other people who must be aware.

“We have equally scheduled a meeting for this morning with the Fulani to know what to do next and also ensure that the incident does not affect the peace of the community.”

The Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, also in a WhatsApp message sent to our Correspondent, confirmed the bizarre incident.

Ogunlowo said, “The Command is well aware. The incident was reported to DPO Aregbe Division at about 13:30 hours on 21/06/2025. He led a team to the scene. 32 cows were struck dead when thunder and lightning occurred during a heavy downpour of rain".

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by Bestwt001(f): 9:58am On Jun 22, 2025

Lol, lightning co, lightening ne, how can it kill 32, haaa, check well it was poisoned bro

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by immortalcrown(m): 10:03am On Jun 22, 2025*

Tragedy is tragedy, whether the victim is kind or wicked. Tragedy is different from when an evil plan backfires on the planner.

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by duro4chang(m): 10:10am On Jun 22, 2025

So they still have to appease the Fulani when it was the lightning that killed those cows? This is serious.

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by AustineE1: 10:16am On Jun 22, 2025*

I dont seem to understand,there was lightening and a thunder strike that killed some cows and they villagers are running around to appease the Fulanis,so that the security of the community is not shattered.
Tell me something,what the heck is happening in Nigeria?
If this thunder had killed human beings,they would quietly be buried but not the Almighty Nigerian cows!

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by KillahPriest: 10:53am On Jun 22, 2025

Bestwt001:
Lol, lightning co, lightening ne, how can it kill 32, haaa, check well it was poisoned bro

use your head na, even the fulani herders in charge of the cows said it was lightning so who are you ? Have you also forgotten what happens between electricity and water especially if you're standing barefooted in the water ? Na wa for some of una undecided

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by Vergovert: 12:00pm On Jun 22, 2025

Acts of God!

Blame no one for the loss.

It could happen anywhere.

So count your losses and move on.

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by Factcheck0001: 12:02pm On Jun 22, 2025

Bestwt001:
Lol, lightning co, lightening ne, how can it kill 32, haaa, check well it was poisoned bro

cure your ignorance today so next time u won't say this again

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by idalex: 12:22pm On Jun 22, 2025

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by jmoore(m): 12:22pm On Jun 22, 2025

Autopsy should be conducted.
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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by ROTTWEILER007: 12:23pm On Jun 22, 2025

ogododo:
https://punchng.com/lightning-kills-32-cows-in-ogun/

I just hope they're not fulani cows else arm yourselves before we get a repeat of what happened in benue

Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by jmoore(m): 12:24pm On Jun 22, 2025

We have equally scheduled a meeting for this morning with the Fulani to know what to do next and also ensure that the incident does not affect the peace of the community.

Why should lightning killing cows affect peace when you alleged that same Fulani herders reported what happened

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by malali: 12:25pm On Jun 22, 2025

There were poisoned.

Lightning killing 32 different cows in different spots sounds like a video game.

Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by DolapoX: 12:25pm On Jun 22, 2025

Sounds so unreal, Lightening or poison??

Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by Emu4life(m): 12:25pm On Jun 22, 2025

Ogun people, make una have mercy on Fulani Most Prized asset na.....
This is not fair o.

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by DrAda(f): 12:27pm On Jun 22, 2025

Someone should really study this because it is strange. Why just cows? Why not other animals?

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by autoez: 12:28pm On Jun 22, 2025

RIP COWS.
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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by GindoX(m): 12:28pm On Jun 22, 2025

Ogun dey kill cow. Lightening ke? Aaaree! grin

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by cyberbro: 12:28pm On Jun 22, 2025

Lightning is not a joke oo, it can bring down an entire building. God just blessed us with a good environment and weather, that's why we don't see these things.

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by israelmao(m): 12:29pm On Jun 22, 2025

Ogun sent ogun god of thunder and mysterious spirit to cows.Benue people should learn how best to deal with their enemies without lifting a finger.

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by OriOko88(m): 12:30pm On Jun 22, 2025

Na spiritual warfare Yorubas dey use fight herdsmen. Make Benue also go spiritual,by the time Fulanis cows keep dying in mass numbers they will vacate their land

Same thing happening in Ondo. Yoruba lagba

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by Dogalmighty17: 12:31pm On Jun 22, 2025

They will never learn. Not the first time

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by immortalcrown(m): 12:31pm On Jun 22, 2025

cyberbro:
Did you actually read the article before commenting?

The Fulani herders themselves were the ones who reported the lightning issue, so they definitely know what happened to their cows...

Lightning is not a joke oo, it can bring down an entire building. God just blessed us with a good environment and weather, that's why we don't see these things.

Justify this your response by pointing out exactly what is wrong with my comment.

Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by antimason(m): 12:32pm On Jun 22, 2025

So they reported to police so that they arrest lightening Abi wetin? Naija self misplaced priorities everywhere

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by localbreed(m): 12:32pm On Jun 22, 2025

Ogun don kill them literally. I love this

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by mariovito(m): 12:33pm On Jun 22, 2025

Let the various conspiracies start to roll in

Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by Usmanovic95(m): 12:33pm On Jun 22, 2025

This na BAND A lightening o. God help us

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by cyberbro: 12:33pm On Jun 22, 2025

immortalcrown:
Justify this your response by pointing out exactly what is wrong with my comment.

Nice play... You edited the comment just before I quoted it. 👍🏾

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by drehdinho(m): 12:33pm On Jun 22, 2025

Lightning kills cows during rainfall primarily because of how lightning travels through the ground and how cows are positioned when it strikes. Here's a breakdown of why:

⚡ 1. Ground Current Effect (Step Voltage)
When lightning strikes the ground, it doesn’t just stay at the point of impact—it spreads out in all directions through the ground.

Cows are large animals with a wide stance (their front and back legs are far apart).
When lightning strikes nearby, a voltage difference (step voltage) can exist between a cow’s front and back legs.

This voltage travels through the cow’s body, especially through the heart, which can cause cardiac arrest or severe internal damage.

🌧️ 2. Wet Ground Increases Conductivity
During rainfall, the ground is wet, making it a better conductor of electricity.
This allows more current to travel farther, increasing the chances that cows will be affected even if the strike is not direct.

🐄 3. Grazing Posture Makes Them Vulnerable
Cows often lower their heads to graze.
If lightning strikes nearby, the head and front legs may receive a different voltage than the hind legs, again creating a dangerous path through vital organs.

⚠️ 4. Herding Behavior
Cows tend to group together during storms for comfort or shelter.
If lightning hits the ground near the herd, multiple cows may be affected at once.

Summary:
Lightning kills cows during rainfall mainly due to step voltage—a dangerous difference in electrical potential across their body. Their large stance, the wet ground, and their grazing or resting posture make them particularly vulnerable during thunderstorms.

Source: ChatGpT.

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Re: Lightning Kills 32 Cows In Ogun by Alfred200825(m): 12:33pm On Jun 22, 2025

ogododo:
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Sango is working. I wish people from other regions can actually activate this kind weapon, those guys go know the difference between 6 and half a dozen

Please take a moment to write a quality post with at least 40 characters.
This will make the forum more interesting for everyone.

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