Fire Breaks Out At Civil Service Headquarters In Abuja, No Casualties Reported

A fire broke out on Monday morning at the headquarters of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation in Abuja, causing panic among workers and visitors. Thick smoke was reported rising from a section of the federal civil service building, prompting a swift response from emergency teams. Officials said the cause of the fire had not been confirmed, though early reports suggest it may have resulted from a power surge within the facility. The Federal Fire Service and other emergency responders were quickly deployed, with firefighters seen working to control the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to other parts of the building. Security personnel cordoned off affected areas to ensure that emergency operations could proceed safely and without interruption. There were no immediate reports of casualties, and authorities plan to carry out a full assessment of the damage once the fire is fully extinguished. Investigations into the incident are ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge.

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Fire Breaks Out At Old Terminal Of Murtala Muhammed Airport Amid Renovation Work

A fire erupted at the old terminal of Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Monday, sparking panic among passengers and airport staff. The blaze struck a portion of the terminal undergoing a multi-billion-naira renovation. Thick smoke was seen rising from the structure as emergency responders quickly moved in to control the situation. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and officials have not yet confirmed the extent of the damage or reported any casualties. Operations in and around the affected area were temporarily halted while firefighters battled the flames, and security personnel cordoned off sections of the terminal to protect lives and property. Eyewitnesses reported that the fire spread rapidly before being brought under control, prompting the evacuation of workers from the renovation site as a precaution. Airport authorities confirmed that investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire and assess its impact on the ongoing reconstruction project.

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Peller Narrowly Escapes Fire As Generator Burns Down

Peller survived a frightening fire incident involving his generator. The influencer took to Instagram on Saturday to share a video showing the generator engulfed in flames during the early morning hours. In the footage, he appeared visibly shaken, calling for help as the fire spread. Neighbors and bystanders worked to control the blaze with buckets of water, eventually putting it out. While the generator was completely destroyed, the house and its occupants were unharmed. Fans flooded the comment section with messages of relief, praising the swift action that prevented further damage. The video has also circulated widely across other social media platforms, prompting discussions on generator safety. The cause of the fire is yet to be confirmed. This comes months after Peller was involved in a separate alarming incident on the Lekki–Epe Expressway. During a livestreamed episode, he was seen driving his Mercedes-Benz in a distressed state. Titled “RIP Peller,” the broadcast sparked concern after he made tense remarks over a phone call, believed to involve his girlfriend, before crashing into a roadside object. 🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Popular personality Peller reportedly escaped a major disaster after his ₦350 million mansion caught fire around 4:30am earlier today. 💔🔥 According to reports, the fire started from the generator and burned for nearly 30 minutes before it was noticed.… pic.twitter.com/OdcxpGS0UG — oladokun kolapo ibrahim (@omo_olla) February 21, 2026

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Huge Fire Ravages Ikotun Market In Lagos, Traders Lose Millions

A massive fire early Thursday, January 1, 2026, destroyed a significant portion of Ikotun Market in Lagos, leaving traders facing losses running into millions of naira. The fire reportedly erupted around 12:05 a.m., shortly after the New Year began, and quickly spread across the market, consuming shops and goods before fire services could contain it. Eyewitnesses described the scene as tragic, with one resident saying the market was “burnt to ashes” and many traders losing their sources of income in just a few hours.

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Several Killed And Injured In Fire At Swiss Alpine Ski Resort New Year’s Party

A fire at a New Year’s party in a southern Swiss Alpine resort has left several people dead and others injured. Valais police spokesperson Gaetan Lathion confirmed that the blaze broke out around 1:30 a.m. on January 1, 2026, at Le Constellation lounge bar in Crans-Montana, a canton known for its upscale ski resorts. “There are several injuries and several fatalities,” Lathion said, without providing exact numbers or details on the fire’s cause. Authorities have announced that a joint press conference with police and the canton’s public prosecutor will take place at around 10 a.m. local time (4 a.m. ET) to provide further updates.

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Fire Erupts At Army Arena Market In Oshodi, Traders Panic

Traders at the bustling Army Arena Market in Oshodi, Lagos, were thrown into chaos on Tuesday evening after a fire erupted, consuming parts of the market. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident via its official X account, stating, “There’s a fire outbreak inside Arena Shopping Mall along Agege Motor Road, Oshodi. Men of @LagosRescue are on ground to extinguish the inferno.” Emergency teams rushed to the scene to control the blaze and stop it from spreading to other areas of the market. At the time of reporting, the cause of the fire and the full extent of the damage remained unknown.

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Massive Fire Destroys Great Nigeria Insurance House In Lagos, Traders Trapped

A major fire broke out on Wednesday evening at the Great Nigeria Insurance House, a multi-storey plaza on Martins Street, Lagos Island, leaving traders trapped inside. The blaze, which reportedly started around 5pm, affected the building, largely used as a warehouse and sales centre for clothing materials. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), said the fire began in an office on the fourth floor before spreading to other parts of the structure. “Upon arrival of the Shark Response Team, the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House was already engulfed in flames,” he said. “Initial investigations show the fire started from one of the fourth-floor offices and quickly spread. The number of casualties is not yet known as rescue and firefighting operations are ongoing.” Margaret Adeseye, Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, confirmed that no casualties had been reported so far. She added that the fire had affected up to the fifth floor, with firefighting efforts still underway. “The building is mainly used for storage and sale of clothing materials, alongside some corporate offices and shops. No casualties have been recorded at this time,” Adeseye said. Emergency officials have advised the public to keep away from the area to allow rescue teams to operate safely.

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Massive Fire Erupts At FIRS Abuja Headquarters, Staff Evacuated Safely

A major fire broke out today at the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) headquarters in Abuja, sending thick black smoke into the sky and triggering panic among employees and nearby residents. Eyewitnesses reported flames erupting from a section of the multi-storey building in Wuse Zone, with videos and images of the blaze rapidly circulating on social media as emergency teams rushed to the scene. Firefighters from the Federal Capital Territory Fire Service quickly arrived, working to control the fire while ensuring the safe evacuation of staff and visitors. There are no confirmed casualties so far, with initial reports indicating that everyone inside was safely escorted out. The cause of the fire remains unclear, and authorities have yet to provide details on the damage or whether sensitive documents were affected. Some sources near the building suggested the fire may have been triggered by an electrical fault, a common problem in many Nigerian public offices.

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