Tragedy struck on Bola Street, Oyingbo, Lagos State, after a fire razed a residential bungalow with attached shops, resulting in the death of a centenarian woman and the destruction of several properties.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Friday by its Permanent Secretary, Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu. According to the agency, a distress call was received at about noon, prompting an immediate emergency response.

Upon arrival at the scene at approximately 12:13 pm, responders discovered that a bungalow comprising multiple residential rooms and two shops had already been engulfed in flames. Emergency protocols were activated swiftly to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures.

Despite the rapid response, the agency confirmed that a 103-year-old woman, whose identity was withheld, was recovered dead from the building after firefighters gained access to the affected rooms.

Preliminary findings revealed that the fire reportedly started from one of the rooms before spreading rapidly across the structure. However, officials stated that the exact cause of the inferno remains undetermined and is currently under investigation.

LASEMA disclosed that the incident affected eight rooms, a mini-flat, six shops, and several household items, leaving occupants with significant losses.

“The recovered body has been formally handed over to the family for necessary arrangements,” Oke-Osanyintolu said, adding that the fire had been fully extinguished.

He further explained that personnel from the LASEMA Response Team, LASEMA Fire Unit, and other emergency responders collaborated effectively to contain the fire, conclude dampening-down operations, and ensure the area was safe.

Residents of the area described the incident as shocking, noting that the fire spread rapidly before help arrived. The tragedy has once again raised concerns about fire prevention, emergency preparedness, and building safety standards in Lagos’ older residential districts.

Authorities have urged residents to observe fire safety precautions while investigations into the cause of the incident continue.

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In a formal statement dated June 26 and issued through her legal representatives, Bodunde Bankole and Co., Mrs. Unazoi described the claims as false and misleading. The letter, signed by attorney Adedapo Adepegba, was in response to a report quoting Jubril Gawat, Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, suggesting that the fire may have started from a building located behind the fuel station.

“Our client’s building is indeed situated behind the station, but we can categorically state and prove that the fire did not originate from her property,” the letter read.

Instead, the lawyers attributed the fire to operational negligence during the discharge of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from a tanker into the underground tanks at the filling station. According to them, this was not the first time safety concerns had been raised about the facility.

“In 2023, our client formally advised the station owner to implement necessary safety measures after a similar incident. Unfortunately, those recommendations were ignored. It is this continued neglect that led to the recent incident—not any action from our client or her tenants, who have now suffered significant property damage,” the statement added.

Eyewitnesses recounted that the fire broke out around 4 p.m., following a loud explosion at the station. The flames reportedly spread quickly, prompting emergency intervention from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, which sealed off the area to contain the blaze.

Confirming the incident, Fire Service spokesperson Shakiru Amodu stated that swift action prevented the inferno from spreading to nearby properties.

While the cause of the fire is still under official investigation, the incident has reignited public concern about safety standards and regulatory compliance at fuel stations operating in densely populated residential areas

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A government delegation led by Secretary to the State Government, Muhammad Bello Sifawa, visited to assess the destruction firsthand.

The fire severely affected the Principal’s and Vice Principal’s offices, staff room, and a computer laboratory on the upper floor.

Students lost essential belongings such as mattresses, clothing, and blankets, leaving many distressed following the unexpected and destructive inferno incident.

Officials confirmed no lives were lost, and no student suffered any injuries despite the extensive damage caused yesterday.

The fire’s cause remains unknown, but an investigation is ongoing to determine the reason behind the sudden outbreak.

Muhammad Bello Sifawa sympathized with the school and reassured management of the Sokoto government’s support in rebuilding efforts.

Founded in 2018, Jarma UK Academy provides orphans displaced by Boko Haram insurgency with education, skills, and vital opportunities.

The institution combines Western and Islamic education alongside entrepreneurial training to equip students with productive skills for the future.

Authorities are evaluating possible assistance measures, ensuring affected students receive necessary relief and the school recovers completely soon.

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Rabiu Kura, Rano Zonal Information Officer, confirmed the incident on Wednesday after reporting it to Emir Muhammad Umaru.

Village Head Shuaibu Abdu stated the fire consumed six households, destroying goods, grains, and cattle worth millions.

The midnight blaze reportedly started from an unattended cooking fire left by one of the affected families.

Expressing sympathy, Emir Muhammad Umaru donated ₦200,000 and urged residents to practice fire safety precautions.

He also pledged to report the incident to Kano State Emergency Relief Management Agency for prompt assistance.

However, Kano State Fire Service said it had yet to receive an official report regarding the fire incident.

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The incident occurred early Tuesday morning in the Oke Asamu, Kosobo area of Oyo.

Sources reported that eight shops were completely destroyed in the fire, with the value of the damage yet to be determined.

The General Manager of Oyo State Fire Service, Mr. Yemi Akinyinka, confirmed the incident on Tuesday.

Akinyinka confirmed that eight shops were affected in the fire, which broke out at around 6 a.m.

He explained that the Oyo State Fire Services’ Control Room Center received the distress call and responded immediately.

Fire personnel, led by ACFS Oyedeji, arrived at the scene in time to manage the situation.

The fire spread across eight shops in a row of eighteen, causing significant damage.

Source: Dailypost

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A fire broke out early today at a seven-storey building on Sanni Adewale Street, Lagos Island Local Government Area.

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service responded swiftly after receiving a distress call at 05:17 hours.

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According to Margaret Adeseye, Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, firefighters from Ebute Elefun, Sari, and Lekki 1 stations arrived at the scene by 05:33 hours. The blaze, which affected several shops within the building, has been brought under control with no casualties reported.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the fire was likely caused by an electrical surge. Ventilation efforts are ongoing to ensure the safety of the area.

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A 14-storey building on Broad Street, Lagos Island, has been gutted by fire.

According to the Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, the fire started from the first floor and has now reached the fourth floor of the building.

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Currently, firefighters from the Ebute Elefun and Sari Iganmu Fi

“A warehouse in a 14 storey building is on fir. The fire originated on the first floor and has now reached the fourth floor,” she said in a statement.

Adeseye said the cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, adding that no casualty has been recorded.

Details to follow…

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