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By Lukman Olabiyi
Rescue and recovery operations continued into Wednesday evening following the fire outbreak at the GNI building, with emergency responders recovering one additional body from the scene.
In a statement issued by Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, the state government announced at 6:54 p.m. on 31 December 2025 that the incident had so far left several people injured, while fatalities had also been recorded.
According to the update, eight injured males, including a firefighter, were rescued and taken to hospital for medical treatment.
In addition, three males and two females sustained minor injuries; they were treated with first aid at the scene and subsequently discharged.
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One adult female was extricated dead from the collapsed structure, and her remains were handed over to her husband.
Two adult males were also extricated during the recovery exercise, while three persons were burnt beyond recognition.
Emergency responders remain at the scene as recovery efforts continue, with authorities assuring the public that further updates will be provided as the operation progresses.
