Popular Nollywood actress, Bidemi Kosoko, suffered a devastating financial loss on Boxing Day, December 26, when a fire gutted her residence.
Her sister and fellow actress, Shola Kosoko-Abina, shared the news via an Instagram post on Wednesday, December 27, alongside heart-wrenching videos showing the extensive damage to the apartment and property.
In her emotional post, Shola expressed gratitude for the blessings of the year 2023: “We thank God for his faithfulness, love and prospering our lives in the year 2023. It has become a tradition in my family to spend the 26th of December, which is Boxing Day at our daddy’s place, where we all exchange and unwrap our gifts. So, this year, we decided to record the activities because it’s always fun merrying together with family.”
She explained the events leading up to the tragedy: “Bidemi Kosoko, her husband, kids and her domestic staff were all at our daddy’s residence, so her apartment was locked up.”
Amidst the festive celebrations, tragedy struck: “In the middle of our merriment, we received an alarming call that Bidemi’s apartment was on fire as well as her neighbour’s apartment.”
Shola described the frantic scramble upon receiving the news: “We were on different video calls watching the scenario, how the firefighter arrived, how her apartment was forced open and how they eventually put off the fire.
“Thanks to Bidemi’s friend, Taiwo Lawal and her husband who stay in the same estate and rushed there to assist. People in the neighbourhood showed love and support to ensure the fire was put out.
“We appreciate you all for your show of love and kindness. Such a thing will not happen to anyone again I pray.
“In all, we are thankful to God for sparing our lives as no one was caught in the fire. We shall witness the year 2024 in peace and joy. Please thank God for us. In all, we give THANKS TO HIM.”
