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By John Ogunsemore
An abandoned warehouse facility owned by Nuel Ojei Holdings Ltd in Lagos was on Sunday gutted by fire.
In a statement sent to SunOnline, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service said it received a distress call about a fire incident at the facility at 4:19 am on Sunday.
Controller General of the service, Margaret Adeseye said firefighters from
Ikeja Fire Station were immediately mobilised, arriving at the scene by 04:24 hours, with additional support from Bolade Fire Station.
“Upon arrival, firefighters encountered a fully secured and locked premises, necessitating forced entry through the perimetre fence to gain access and effectively combat the blaze,” the statement reads in part.
Adeseye said the fire was eventually subdued and no casualty was recorded.
Noting that the cause of the fire remains unknown at this time, the CG noted investigations are ongoing.
Meanwhile, the service disclosed that another fire incident was reported at 06:01 am at the NEPA Induction Station, Adelabu, Masha – Surulere.
Adeseye said the fire involved a snapped yellow phase lightning arrestor.
She said the Sari Iganmu Fire Station was deployed to the scene and the situation was effectively managed, with no casualties recorded.
“The suspected cause of the incident is also yet to be determined,” the statement further reads.
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service assured the public of its continued commitment to safeguarding lives and property.
It advised members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report emergencies through the appropriate channels.
