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Lagos fire incidents: NIA pledges swift insurance claims settlement

The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) has assured victims of the Sept. 16 fire outbreaks at Afriland Towers and Emab Plaza in Lagos that valid insurance claims will be promptly settled. In a statement issued on Thursday, NIA Chairman Kunle Ahmed extended condolences to the individuals, families, and businesses affected by the incidents, which resulted in loss of lives and property. “We deeply mourn the loss of lives and property and stand in solidarity with those who are grieving and rebuilding in the aftermath of this unfortunate event,” Ahmed said. According to him, the NIA has identified member companies that provided insurance coverage for the affected buildings, stressing that claims under valid policies will be honoured without delay. “As the umbrella body for insurance and reinsurance companies in Nigeria, we wish to assure all affected parties that losses covered under valid […]

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Emab Plaza fire: Emergency crews still on site after 2 days

Emergency workers are still battling debris and assessing damages two days after a massive fire gutted Emab Plaza, a four-storey commercial complex located behind the Mandilas Building on Lagos Island. The blaze, which broke out late Tuesday night, came just hours after the Afriland Towers fire on Broad Street, sparking renewed concerns about recurring fire disasters in Lagos Island’s crowded business district. According to eyewitnesses, the fire started on the fourth floor of Emab Plaza around 9:23 p.m. before spreading rapidly to three adjoining buildings. Thick smoke engulfed the area, forcing traders and passersby to flee. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service deployed emergency teams from its Ebute Elefun and Oniru stations. Deputy Controller-General Olajide Ogabi confirmed that operations were still ongoing as of 10 p.m. Tuesday, with the cause of the fire yet to be determined. While firefighters […]

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Afriland Towers fire: Six more deaths confirmed, toll rises to 10

At least six more people have been confirmed dead following the Afriland Towers fire on Broad Street, Lagos Island, bringing the death toll to 10. The latest victims were staff of United Capital Plc, which occupies the 3rd and 4th floors of the six-storey commercial building. This comes just hours after the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) confirmed that four of its employees also died in the blaze. The fire reportedly started in the inverter room in the building’s basement around 1:30 pm on Tuesday, sending thick smoke billowing into the air and forcing panicked occupants to attempt desperate escapes through windows. Emergency responders, including the Federal Fire Service and the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, rescued at least nine occupants. Five were revived on site, while four remained unconscious. In a statement on Thursday, United Capital Plc expressed […]

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